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East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road by train

First train

04:10

Last train

22:09

Departure station

East Croydon

Arrival station

Manchester Oxford Road

Journey time

From 3h 53m

Distance

171 miles (275 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink

Travelling from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road by train

Looking to travel from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 6 hours to travel from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 53 minutes though. You'll usually find 3 trains per day running along the 171 miles (275 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Manchester Oxford Road, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or TransPennine Express to get to Manchester Oxford Road. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road

Want to know more about your journey from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road?

You can get from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road by train in 6 hours and 0 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 3 hours and 53 minutes. You can also take the bus from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road take?

The average journey time by train between East Croydon and Manchester Oxford Road is 6 hours and 0 minutes, with around 3 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between East Croydon and Manchester Oxford Road by train?

The fastest journey time by train from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road is 3 hours and 53 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road?

No, there are no direct train services from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road. Travelling from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Cheap train tickets from East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road

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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 East Croydon to Manchester Oxford Road 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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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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