The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Oxford
Cheapest price on Oct 06
€35
Average ticket price on Oct 06
€50
Fastest journey on Oct 06
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Oct 06
2 h 20 m
Trains on Oct 06
6
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Oxford will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Tue, Oct 06, we found 6 trains from Leicester to Oxford, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 06 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Tue, Oct 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.
9:50 AM2h24Leicester12:14 PMOxford€351One-way0 transfers
10:16 AM2h23Leicester12:39 PMOxford€401One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM2h24Leicester1:14 PMOxford€511One-way0 transfers
7:18 AM2h20Leicester9:38 AMOxford€511One-way0 transfers
8:50 AM2h24Leicester11:14 AMOxford€521One-way0 transfers
6:07 AM2h08Leicester8:15 AMOxford€711One-way0 transfers
7:18 AM2h20Leicester9:38 AMOxford€511One-way0 transfers
10:16 AM2h23Leicester12:39 PMOxford€401One-way0 transfers
10:50 AM2h24Leicester1:14 PMOxford€511One-way0 transfers
9:50 AM2h24Leicester12:14 PMOxford€351One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Oxford
Trains from Leicester to Oxford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
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Live departures
Leicester to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:07 AM Leicester | 2h08 | 8:15 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:18 AM Leicester | 2h20 | 9:38 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Leicester | 2h24 | 11:14 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:50 AM Leicester | 2h24 | 12:14 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:16 AM Leicester | 2h23 | 12:39 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Leicester | 2h24 | 1:14 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Oxford
Most Leicester to Oxford trains use the Leicester to Oxford station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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 Leicester 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.
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