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Oakham to Cosford by train

First train

05:37

Last train

21:27

Departure station

Oakham

Arrival station

Cosford

Journey time

From 2h 10m

Distance

66 miles (106 km)

Frequency

14 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Oakham to Cosford in 2 hours 10 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Oakham to Cosford? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 15 minutes to travel the 66 miles (106 km) from Oakham to Cosford by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 14 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Transport for Wales or CrossCountry, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Oakham to Cosford in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Cosford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Oakham to Cosford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Oakham to Cosford take?

The average journey time by train between Oakham and Cosford is 3 hours and 15 minutes, with around 14 trains per day. 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 Oakham and Cosford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Oakham to Cosford is 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Oakham to Cosford?

No, there are no direct train services from Oakham to Cosford. Travelling from Oakham to Cosford by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Oakham to Cosford leave?

The first train from Oakham to Cosford leaves at 05:37. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Oakham to Cosford leave?

The last train from Oakham to Cosford leaves at 21:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Oakham and Cosford by train?

Trains travelling from Oakham to Cosford cover a distance of around 66 miles (106 km) during the journey.

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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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