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London to Oxford by train
It takes an average of 1h 16m to travel from London to Oxford by train, over a distance of around 52 miles (83 km). There are normally 117 trains per day traveling from London to Oxford and tickets for this journey start from $7.19 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:05 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:45 am | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Oxford | |
| Journey time | From 45m | |
| Distance | 52 miles (83 km) | |
| Frequency | 117 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $7.19 | |
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Traveling from London to Oxford by train in just 44 minutes
Planning a trip to a historic university city and need more information on how to take the train from London to Oxford? Start your journey with us!
Generally, the journey from London to Oxford by train takes around 1 hour and 13 minutes, with around 111 trains running on this popular route every day. If you want to get to Oxford quickly, the fastest services will get you there in just 44 minutes. You don’t need to worry about making any changes either, as there are direct services available from London to Oxford.
If you’re traveling on this route, you’ll jump on a train operated by either Chiltern Railways or Great Western Railway (GWR). With Chiltern Railways, your train will depart from London Marylebone station, but if you’re traveling with GWR, you’ll start your journey at London Paddington station. No matter who you travel with, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities such as free WiFi and comfortable seating before arriving at Oxford station.
Once you’ve left the station, you’re just a short walk from the city center. Here, you’ll find some of the city’s most popular locations, such as Bodleian Library, Ashmolean Museum and Oxford Castle & Prison. Just outside the city you'll find Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill and one of the grandest manor houses in England. Nearby you'll find the remains of Woodstock Palace, one of Henry VIII's palaces in England. The University of Oxford has attracted great minds down the centuries, including Oscar Wilde, who attended in the 1870s.
If you'd like to learn more, we've put together a guide on everything you need you to know about Oxford, including where to see your favorite filming locations, whether that's for Downton Abbey, Saltburn or Masters of the Air (plus Oxford gets a few seconds of fame as one of Wonka's filming locations too!). You could even take a trip to see Blenheim Palace, one of the filming locations used in Bridgerton season 3!
Perhaps you'll even want to take a trip to the Cotswolds by train as well where you can relax in the region's top luxury hotels? (Psst: check out the best towns in the Cotswolds to visit by train for more inspo.)
If you’d like to buy the cheapest train tickets, try traveling during Off-Peak times, because tickets are usually cheaper outside of morning/evening rush hours on weekdays. Want to save even more? Keep an eye out for Advance tickets – they tend to be released 12 weeks prior to departure date and are generally cheaper than buying tickets on the day of travel.
Keen to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets from London to Oxford today. There’s no need to wait, just head to our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you’d like to find out more information about the journey first, keep reading for FAQs, timetables with first and last train times, as well as tips on booking cheap train tickets.
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Want to know more about your journey from London to Oxford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Oxford
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Oxford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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