How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Oxford cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Oxford is £39. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Oxford is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from London to Oxford?

A train trip between London and Oxford is around 1h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 52 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between London and Oxford?

The number of trains from London to Oxford can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Oxford by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Oxford?

When taking the train from London to Oxford, you can travel comfortably and safely with Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Oxford?

Trains travelling between London and Oxford leave from Marylebone or King's Cross and arrive at Oxford Train Station.

Train London to Oxford from £6

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Oxford on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:07	Marylebone	1h 20m	16:27	Oxford Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:52	London Paddington	51m	16:43	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:07	Marylebone	1h 20m	08:27	Oxford Parkway	No tags
Train	07:22	London Paddington	53m	08:15	Oxford	No tags
Train	07:37	Marylebone	1h 19m	08:56	Oxford Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Oxford on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:42	Marylebone	1h 25m	09:07	Oxford Parkway	Cheapest
Train	07:42	Marylebone	1h 25m	09:07	Oxford Parkway	Fastest
Train	08:12	Marylebone	1h 25m	09:37	Oxford Parkway	No tags
Train	07:59	London Paddington	1h 39m	09:38	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:42	Marylebone	1h 25m	10:07	Oxford Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Oxford on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:39	Marylebone	1h 5m	08:44	Oxford Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:52	London Paddington	50m	16:42	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:11	Marylebone	1h 19m	08:30	Oxford Parkway	No tags
Train	07:20	London Paddington	56m	08:16	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:11	Marylebone	1h 16m	09:27	Oxford Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Oxford on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:39	Marylebone	1h 5m	08:44	Oxford Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:52	London Paddington	50m	16:42	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:11	Marylebone	1h 19m	08:30	Oxford Parkway	No tags
Train	07:20	London Paddington	56m	08:16	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:11	Marylebone	1h 16m	09:27	Oxford Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Oxford on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:39	Marylebone	1h 5m	08:44	Oxford Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:52	London Paddington	50m	16:42	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:11	Marylebone	1h 19m	08:30	Oxford Parkway	No tags
Train	07:20	London Paddington	56m	08:16	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:11	Marylebone	1h 16m	09:27	Oxford Parkway	No tags

Next departures from London to Oxford on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:39	Marylebone	1h 5m	08:44	Oxford Parkway	Cheapest
Train	15:52	London Paddington	50m	16:42	Oxford	Fastest
Train	07:11	Marylebone	1h 19m	08:30	Oxford Parkway	No tags
Train	07:20	London Paddington	56m	08:16	Oxford	No tags
Train	08:11	Marylebone	1h 16m	09:27	Oxford Parkway	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Oxford

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage duration

52 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£17 - £49	Average duration1h 36m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£7 - £97	Average duration1h 14m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £15	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

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

London

A
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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B
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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C
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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D
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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E
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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F
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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Oxford

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

Train Companies

Chiltern Railways

4.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Great Western Railway

4/542 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Oxford by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Oxford cost?
The average train ticket price from London to Oxford is £39. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Oxford is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from London to Oxford?
A train trip between London and Oxford is around 1h 14m, although the fastest train will take about 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 52 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between London and Oxford?
The number of trains from London to Oxford can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Oxford by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from London to Oxford?
When taking the train from London to Oxford, you can travel comfortably and safely with Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Oxford?
Trains travelling between London and Oxford leave from Marylebone or King's Cross and arrive at Oxford Train Station.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

19/11

£42

20/11

£40

Today

£39

22/11

£14

23/11

£39

24/11

£14

25/11

£14

26/11

£14

The cheapest trip from London to Oxford was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £14

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

You can expect to pay from £14 to £90 for a train ticket from London to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.