The average train between Runcorn and Oxford takes 3h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Runcorn 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 Runcorn and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Runcorn is at 9:51 PM which arrives into Oxford at 7:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Runcorn station and arriving at Oxford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.
Runcorn to Oxford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Runcorn station.
Runcorn to Oxford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Oxford station.
Book your Runcorn to Oxford train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Runcorn and Oxford is 202.9 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Runcorn to Oxford via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 4m.