What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Oxford?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Oxford is to bus which costs £17 - £65 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Oxford?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Oxford is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £21 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Oxford?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Oxford station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Gloucester Green Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Oxford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Oxford. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to Oxford?

The distance between Manchester and Oxford is 153 miles. The road distance is 152.5 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Oxford without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Oxford without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £21 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Oxford?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxford takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Oxford bus from?

Manchester to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Oxford train from?

Manchester to Oxford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Oxford?

The best way to get from Manchester to Oxford is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £21 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £65 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Manchester to Oxford bus arrive?

Manchester to Oxford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Oxford train arrive?

Manchester to Oxford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oxford station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Oxford?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Oxford is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Manchester to Oxford.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Oxford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Oxford?

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Where can I stay near Oxford?

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Manchester to Oxford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Oxford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxfordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 49m
£21–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 423 / ...
4h 55m
£17–63
Drive 151.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Oxfordcar 151.6 mi
2h 59m
£37–54
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Oxfordtrain
3h 49m
£69–279

Manchester to Oxford by train

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Distance: 152.1 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Oxford, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxford hourly. Tickets cost £21–130 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Gloucester Green Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 4h 55m.

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