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Tain to Oxford by train

First train

05:59

Last train

21:45

Departure station

Tain

Arrival station

Oxford

Journey time

From 11h 50m

Distance

433 miles (697 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper

How to travel from Tain to Oxford by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Tain to Oxford? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Tain and Oxford, which usually take 14 hours 20 minutes to complete the 433 miles (697 km) journey. It can take as little as 11 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Oxford by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Tain to Oxford if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Oxford? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

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

What's the fastest journey time between Tain and Oxford by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Tain to Oxford is 11 hours and 50 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Tain to Oxford?

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

What time does the first train from Tain to Oxford leave?

The first train from Tain to Oxford leaves at 05:59. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Tain to Oxford leave?

The last train from Tain to Oxford leaves at 21:45. 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 Tain and Oxford by train?

Trains travelling from Tain to Oxford cover a distance of around 433 miles (697 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Oxford to Tain.

Cheap train tickets from Tain to Oxford

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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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