The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Oxford
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Oxford will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 40 trains that leave Birmingham for Oxford on Fri, Jul 10, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G011864:33 PM1h08Birmingham New Street (BHM)5:41 PMOxford station (OXF)€151One-way0 transfers
W2993910:03 PM1h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)11:13 PMOxford station (OXF)€151One-way0 transfers
G011737:33 AM1h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)8:39 AMOxford station (OXF)€151One-way0 transfers
G010429:03 PM1h10Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:13 PMOxford station (OXF)€171One-way0 transfers
W299353:33 PM1h07Birmingham New Street (BHM)4:40 PMOxford station (OXF)€221One-way0 transfers
W299375:34 PM1h03Birmingham New Street (BHM)6:37 PMOxford station (OXF)€301One-way0 transfers
G011841:33 PM1h03Birmingham New Street (BHM)2:36 PMOxford station (OXF)€221One-way0 transfers
W299259:33 AM1h05Birmingham New Street (BHM)10:38 AMOxford station (OXF)€301One-way0 transfers
G0118011:33 AM1h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)12:39 PMOxford station (OXF)€261One-way0 transfers
G011886:33 PM1h06Birmingham New Street (BHM)7:39 PMOxford station (OXF)€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birmingham to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 92 km
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2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Oxford trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01018 | Delayed 12:09 PM 1:03 PMBirmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h12 | 2:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37589+ G01184 | On time 1:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h21 | 2:36 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
W33922+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ Y15428 | On time 1:21 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h21 | 4:42 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G01184 | On time 1:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 2:36 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37683+ G01022 | On time 1:45 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h30 | 3:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G01022 | On time 2:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h12 | 3:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37755+ G15514 | 2:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h48 | 4:03 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
L37708+ G01024 | On time 2:45 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h30 | 4:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G01024 | On time 3:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h12 | 4:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37484+ W29935 | On time 3:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h25 | 4:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
W29935 | 3:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h07 | 4:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01027 | On time 4:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 5:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01186 | On time 4:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h08 | 5:41 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01032 | 5:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h12 | 6:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29937 | 5:34 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h03 | 6:37 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01035 | 6:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 7:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01188 | On time 6:33 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h06 | 7:39 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01043 | On time 7:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h12 | 8:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01039 | 8:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h10 | 9:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37381+ C00787 | On time 8:17 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h49 | 10:06 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G01042 | On time 9:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h10 | 10:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
L37570+ C00789 | 5:15 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h48 | 7:03 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
W33819+ Y15414+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington | 5:30 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h12 | 8:42 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G00995+ W34056 | 5:50 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h24 | 7:14 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
L37822+ C00775 | 6:15 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h42 | 7:57 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
W34262+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ Y15417 | 6:28 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h15 | 9:43 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G00997+ C29760 | 6:45 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h29 | 8:14 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G00997 | 7:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 8:14 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37369+ G01173 | 7:20 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h19 | 8:39 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
W34205+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ Y15399 | 7:21 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h22 | 10:43 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G01173 | 7:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h06 | 8:39 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01000 | 8:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h12 | 9:15 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01176+ L37406 | 8:15 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h26 | 9:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
W34284+ Y15419+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington | 8:21 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3h21 | 11:42 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G01176 | 8:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h08 | 9:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01003+ L38064 | 8:45 AM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h32 | 10:17 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G01003 | 9:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h14 | 10:17 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29925 | 9:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h05 | 10:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01005 | 10:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 11:14 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01178 | 10:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h07 | 11:40 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01009 | 11:03 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 12:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01180 | 11:33 AM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h06 | 12:39 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01013 | 12:03 PM Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1h11 | 1:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38060+ C00774 | 12:15 PM Birmingham Moor Street (BMO) | 1h53 | 2:08 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Birmingham to Oxford
Trains from Birmingham to Oxford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Oxford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Oxford
Most Birmingham to Oxford trains use the Birmingham New Street to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Moor Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Moor Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Oxford station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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