The average train between Manchester and Oxford takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Oxford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Manchester and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Oxford at 11:13 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Oxford station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.
Manchester to Oxford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Oxford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oxford station.
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The distance between Manchester and Oxford is 203.3 km. The road distance is 245 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxford hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m.