The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlbury to Oxford
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlbury to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlbury to Oxford will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Charlbury for Oxford on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:12 AM0h17Charlbury6:29 AMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
7:11 AM0h17Charlbury7:28 AMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
7:33 AM0h18Charlbury7:51 AMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
8:05 AM0h20Charlbury8:25 AMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
8:27 AM0h18Charlbury8:45 AMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
5:12 PM0h15Charlbury5:27 PMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
6:44 PM0h15Charlbury6:59 PMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
8:18 PM0h16Charlbury8:34 PMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
6:12 AM0h17Charlbury6:29 AMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
7:11 AM0h17Charlbury7:28 AMOxford$241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Charlbury to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlbury to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 13 miles (21 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Charlbury to Oxford:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlbury to Oxford costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Oxford take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 6m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (18m by train vs 42m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $7 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Great Western Railway, first_great_western.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Charlbury to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlbury to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:12 AM Charlbury | 0h17 | 6:29 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 AM Charlbury | 0h17 | 7:28 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:33 AM Charlbury | 0h18 | 7:51 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Charlbury | 0h20 | 8:25 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:27 AM Charlbury | 0h18 | 8:45 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Charlbury to Oxford by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Charlbury to Oxford trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Charlbury to Oxford.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Charlbury to Oxford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlbury to Oxford
Trains from Charlbury to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, first_great_western from Charlbury to Oxford trainsGreat Western Railway, first_great_western trains will get you between Charlbury and Oxford from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Charlbury to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlbury to Oxford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlbury to Oxford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:20 Saturday 06:45 - 13:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A - Step free access is available to both platforms with Platform 1 accessed via a ramp bridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station building/car park
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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