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Oxford to London Kings Cross train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Oxford to London Kings Cross, starting from £8.40 and averaging £17.00. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 19m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:10 Oxford	02:28 London Kings Cross	2h 18m, Direct	Find Tickets
03:52 Oxford	06:27 London Kings Cross	2h 35m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:20 Oxford	06:47 London Kings Cross	1h 27m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:35 Oxford	07:35 London Kings Cross	2h 0m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:00 Oxford	07:27 London Kings Cross	1h 27m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:00 Oxford	07:37 Paris	1h 37m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Oxford to London Kings Cross train route details

First train

00:10

Last train

23:07

Departure station

Oxford

Arrival station

London Kings Cross

Journey time

1h 19m

Distance

52 miles

Price

£8.40*

Train Operators

Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Oxford to London Kings Cross

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Are you frequently traveling between Oxford and London Kings Cross on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Oxford to London Kings Cross can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Oxford to London Kings Cross, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Oxford to London Kings Cross 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 train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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