How much does a train ticket cost from Southampton to Oxford?

The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Oxford start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Southampton to Oxford?

The average train journey time from Southampton to Oxford is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 56 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Southampton to Oxford route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Oxford?

The earliest train from Southampton to Oxford departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 20:23.

Train Southampton to Oxford from £12

Next train departures

Next departures from Southampton to Oxford on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	08:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	09:37	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	09:37	Oxford	No tags
Train	09:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	10:37	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Southampton to Oxford on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:48	Southampton Central	1h 50m	17:38	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	19:48	Southampton Central	1h 46m	21:34	Oxford	Fastest
Train	08:48	Southampton Central	1h 50m	10:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:48	Southampton Central	1h 50m	10:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	09:48	Southampton Central	1h 50m	11:38	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Southampton to Oxford on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:03	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 10m	09:13	Oxford	CheapestFastest
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:03	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 10m	09:13	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	09:37	Oxford	No tags

Next departures from Southampton to Oxford on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:03	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 10m	09:13	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	08:03	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 10m	09:13	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	08:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:23	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 14m	09:37	Oxford	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Southampton to Oxford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

59 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£8 - £57	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £115	Average duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £6	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Southampton and Oxford?

Southampton

A
Southampton Airport
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Oxford

A
Oxford Train Station
44 Abbey Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2, UK

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £13

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Southampton to Oxford by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Southampton to Oxford?
The cheapest train tickets from Southampton to Oxford start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £53. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Southampton to Oxford?
The average train journey time from Southampton to Oxford is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 56 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Southampton to Oxford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Southampton to Oxford?
The earliest train from Southampton to Oxford departs at 07:23. And the latest train departs at 20:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£34

10/12

£33

Today

£38

12/12

£33

13/12

No data

14/12

£12

15/12

No data

16/12

£16

The cheapest trip from Southampton to Oxford was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Southampton to Oxford as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £12 to £109 for a train ticket from Southampton to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-14.