The average train between Oxford and Manchester takes 2h 49m and the fastest train takes 2h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford to Manchester. 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 Oxford and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Manchester at 12:13 AM. 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 Oxford station and arriving at Manchester station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.
Oxford to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
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The distance between Oxford and Manchester is 203.3 km. The road distance is 245 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 49m.