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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Bicester
Showing times and prices for Jan 07
Cheapest price
€71
Average price
€100
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
190 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bicester will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €71.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Manchester for Bicester on Wed, Jan 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 07 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jan 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.
07:48AM4h05
Manchester11:53AMBicester
€711One-way
0 transfers
09:25AM2h55
Manchester12:20PMBicester
€971One-way
0 transfers
08:03AM3h18
Manchester11:21AMBicester
€1151One-way
0 transfers
04:05AM2h45
Manchester06:50AMBicester
€1171One-way
0 transfers
04:05AM2h45
Manchester06:50AMBicester
€1171One-way
0 transfers
09:25AM2h55
Manchester12:20PMBicester
€971One-way
0 transfers
08:03AM3h18
Manchester11:21AMBicester
€1151One-way
0 transfers
07:48AM4h05
Manchester11:53AMBicester
€711One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Manchester to Bicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 190 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€91 Average price Cheapest | €148 Average price |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Bicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bicester trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 8:41 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:05 AM Manchester | 2h45 | 6:50 AM Bicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:48 AM Manchester | 4h05 | 11:53 AM Bicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:03 AM Manchester | 3h18 | 11:21 AM Bicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:25 AM Manchester | 2h55 | 12:20 PM Bicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Bicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Bicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 2h 45m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 05:05 |
Last train 21:54 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Manchester to Bicester trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Manchester and Bicester from €44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
€44
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
€64
Avanti West Coast frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Price
€147
Cross Country frequency
14 a day
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Bicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bicester 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 Bicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Bicester can start from as little as €62 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Bicester is €98; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Manchester to Bicester train time is 2 h 45 min covering the 190 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Manchester to Bicester leaves at 04: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Manchester to Bicester leaves at 20: 57.
There are 6 trains a day from Manchester to Bicester which require at least one change with CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways or Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Manchester to Bicester train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Manchester to Bicester to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 57.
A trip to Bicester from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Bicester is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Bicester from Manchester including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Bicester
Manchester
Bicester
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Bicester.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
The major train station for arrivals in Bicester is Bicester North. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bicester North for your journey to Bicester from Manchester.
Bicester North
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:10 Saturday 06:35 - 18:00 Sunday 08:10 - 16:40
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 1
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: By the Bicester Village Shuttle Bus stop and also on opposite side of station approach.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Bicester North
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.
Bicester Village
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Address
Bicester Village station, Station Approach,, off London Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6HUTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. There is 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Men, Women and Disabled and baby change facilities are located in the station building near the gate line.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is seating within the station building and shelters on the platforms.
Public transit options for Bicester Village
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Approach Road
- Metro: The Bicester Village Shuttle Bus operates between Bicester Village Station and Bicester North Station every 15mins from 08:30 to 21:30.
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