Train from Manchester to Oxford: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Oxford on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
OxfordCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
OxfordFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
OxfordNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
OxfordNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Manchester Piccadilly
OxfordNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:28 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester 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 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 320, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
2h 50mAverage duration
204 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 654 - R 1 129Average duration3h 45m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceR 499 - R 6 929Average duration2h 49m
5kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 320 - R 615Average duration2h 50m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Oxford by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Oxford?

    The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Oxford start from R 499. The average price for this train route is around R 2 471. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Manchester to Oxford?

    The average train journey time from Manchester to Oxford is 2h 49m, covering a distance of 203 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 46m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Manchester to Oxford route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Oxford?

    The earliest train from Manchester to Oxford departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 20:25.

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
R 478
10/12
R 545
Today
R 543
12/12
R 482
13/12
R 638
14/12
R 472
15/12
R 474
16/12
R 632
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Manchester to Oxford was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 472

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

You can expect to pay from R 472 to R 6 635 for a train ticket from Manchester to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 472, which is on 2025-12-14.

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