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St Helens to Oxford by train
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:08 | |
| Departure station | St Helens | |
| Arrival station | Oxford | |
| Journey time | From 3h 18m | |
| Distance | 133 miles (214 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from St Helens to Oxford in 3 hours 18 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from St Helens to Oxford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 28 minutes to travel the 133 miles (214 km) from St Helens to Oxford by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 18 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 33 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. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to Oxford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from St Helens to Oxford 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 Oxford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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