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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Oxford
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €25
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €97
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 2 h 48 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 2 h 49 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 22
- Distance
- 203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Oxford will cost around €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 22 trains from Manchester to Oxford, including 12 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.
G010272:25 PM 2h49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 5:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) €25 1 One-way 0 transfers- G01022
12:25 PM 2h50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 3:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) €29 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01024
1:25 PM 2h50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 4:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) €29 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01009
9:25 AM 2h49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 12:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) €29 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01018
11:25 AM 2h50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 2:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) €29 1 One-way 0 transfers
- G01039
6:25 PM 2h48 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 9:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) €42 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01027
2:25 PM 2h49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 5:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) €25 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01035
4:25 PM 2h49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 7:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) €119 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01009
9:25 AM 2h49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 12:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) €29 1 One-way 0 transfers - G01005
8:25 AM 2h49 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 11:14 AM Oxford station (OXF) €146 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Oxford
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Trains from Manchester to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 203 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Manchester to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Oxford trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01016 | On time 10:26 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h47 | 1:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01020 | On time 11:24 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h49 | 2:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01023 | On time 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 3:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01026 | On time 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h50 | 4:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 W33138+ C04442+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ C33202 | Delayed 2:24 PM 1:41 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 5h04 | 6:45 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
| G01029 | On time 2:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 5:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33314+G00911+C04443+W34839 | Delayed 3:24 PM 2:41 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 4h57 | 7:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 4 transfers | |
| G01030 | On time 3:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h49 | 6:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33275+G00917+C33039+C04446 | Delayed 4:24 PM 3:41 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 4h57 | 8:38 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 4 transfers | |
| G01034 | On time 4:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 7:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33163+G00924+W34734+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington | Delayed 5:26 PM 4:41 PMManchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 4h53 | 9:34 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 4 transfers | |
| G01036 | On time 5:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 8:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01040 | On time 6:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 9:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29936 | On time 7:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 10:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| W33950+G01000 | 6:02 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h13 | 9:15 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
| W34115+G01176 | 6:23 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 9:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G01176+ G38866+ C16915 | 6:27 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h14 | 9:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G01003 | 7:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h52 | 10:17 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W29925+C16918+G38868 | 7:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h08 | 10:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G01005 | 8:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h49 | 11:14 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01178+G38870+C16923 | 8:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h10 | 11:40 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| G01009 | 9:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h49 | 12:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G01180+C16927+G38873 | 9:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h09 | 12:39 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Manchester to Oxford: Journey Details
CrossCountry provides direct trains from Manchester to Oxford. The weekday timetable begins with a very early morning departure and continues with an hourly service until mid evening. A later evening indirect CrossCountry service involves a change at Birmingham New Street. Journey times are approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. The slightly reduced Sunday schedule features a later first departure from Manchester. Weekday off-peak fares are available on departures from 9:30 a.m. and later.
Taking the Train from Manchester
Trains from Manchester to Oxford depart from Manchester Piccadilly station, located on the south-east side of the city centre. The station is close to the Metrolink tram stop, with connections to the airport and across the city. There are bus stops for a wide variety of city routes by the Fairfield Street entrance and on Piccadilly Gardens. The free Metroshuttle bus operates a circular route around the city centre from Piccadilly. The taxi rank is located by the Fairfield Street entrance.
Getting into Oxford by Train
Oxford is a world famous university city, distinguished by the elegant architecture of the colleges that dominate the centre, and by prominent historic sites such as the 14th-century New College. With a large student population, there is a constant cultural buzz, and Oxford has some of England's most atmospheric vintage pubs. Trains from Manchester to Oxford arrive at the main station situated to the west of the city centre. Bus stops are located immediately outside the station, on Frideswide Square and Park End Street. The Gloucester Green bus terminus is about 5 minutes walk eastwards from the station. The taxi rank is sited close to the station entrance.
FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Oxford
Most Manchester to Oxford trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: 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.
Which Oxford station do trains from Manchester 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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