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Oxford to Sheffield train prices and times
Looking to travel from Oxford to Sheffield? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £19.60, with average prices for this route around £26.00.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Fri, Apr 25From £25.00
- Sat, Apr 26From £19.60
- Sun, Apr 27From £24.20
- Mon, Apr 28From £24.20
- Tue, Apr 29From £25.00
- Wed, Apr 30From £25.00
- Thu, May 1From £22.60
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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00:10 Oxford | 07:42 Sheffield | 7h 32m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
00:10 Oxford | 08:42 Sheffield | 8h 32m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:20 Oxford | 09:06 Sheffield | 3h 46m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:20 Oxford | 09:06 Sheffield | 3h 46m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:20 Oxford | 09:42 Sheffield | 4h 22m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:00 Oxford | 10:01 Paris | 4h 1m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Oxford to Sheffield train route details

First train
00:10

Last train
22:55

Journey time
2h 17m

Distance
114 miles

Price
£19.60*
How to book cheap train tickets from Oxford to Sheffield

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 Sheffield can result in significant cost savings.

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 Oxford to Sheffield, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Oxford to Sheffield ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Oxford to Sheffield more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Oxford to Sheffield train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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%.