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Manchester to Oxford train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Oxford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £12.10, with average prices for this route around £19.60.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Sun, Apr 20
From £18.60
Mon, Apr 21
From £12.10
Tue, Apr 22
From £13.35
Wed, Apr 23
From £13.35
Thu, Apr 24
From £18.60
Fri, Apr 25
From £16.15
Sat, Apr 26
From £12.10

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
14:25 Manchester Piccadilly	17:13 Oxford	2h 48m, Direct	Find Tickets
15:25 Manchester Piccadilly	18:14 Oxford	2h 49m, Direct	Find Tickets
16:25 Manchester Piccadilly	19:13 Oxford	2h 48m, Direct	Find Tickets
17:25 Manchester Piccadilly	20:13 Oxford	2h 48m, Direct	Find Tickets
18:25 Manchester Piccadilly	21:13 Oxford	2h 48m, Direct	Find Tickets
19:25 Manchester Piccadilly	22:13 Paris	2h 48m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to Oxford train route details

First train

08:26

Last train

22:04

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Oxford

Journey time

2h 46m

Distance

127 miles

Price

£12.10*

Train Operators

Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Oxford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Oxford. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Oxford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Oxford ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester to Oxford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Oxford train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Manchester to Oxford train prices and times

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