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Outbound fromOxford to Runcorn by train
It takes an average of 4h 11m to travel from Oxford to Runcorn by train, over a distance of around 126 miles (202 km). There are normally 21 trains per day travelling from Oxford to Runcorn and tickets for this journey start from £38.90 when you book in advance.
Travelling from Oxford to Runcorn by train
Looking to travel from Oxford to Runcorn by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 11 minutes to travel from Oxford to Runcorn by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 42 minutes though. You'll usually find 21 trains per day running along the 126 miles (202 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Runcorn, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways or CrossCountry to get to Runcorn. 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 Oxford to Runcorn 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, as advance tickets start from £38.90.
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.
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Cheap train tickets from Oxford to Runcorn
Book in advance
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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 Oxford to Runcorn 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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