- Must visit
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$206
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Oxford will cost around $206 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Oxford without transferring at least once.
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G00530Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 135 miles (218 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$79 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Oxford:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Oxford costing on average $79 (€64).
Other travel options to Oxford take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 48m.
Tickets start at around $79 (€64) compared to roughly $77 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-1.56 (€-1.27). The journey takes 3h 21m versus 3h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Oxford trains for today, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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G01017+ G89939 | Delayed 10:25 AM 10:00 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h16 | 2:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16940+ G01021 | On time 12:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h03 | 3:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16945+ G01025 | On time 1:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h02 | 4:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C16948+ W29934 | On time 1:33 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h07 | 4:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G30901+ C16950+ G01028 | On time 1:58 PM Liverpool Central (LVC) | 3h16 | 5:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G01031+ G89954 | Delayed 2:25 PM 2:00 PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h14 | 6:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Liverpool to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 135 miles (218 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
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Discover the best of Oxford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oxford trip today.
The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
World-famous museum of archaeology and anthropology with remarkable collections from ancient Egypt to Pacific cultures.
Britain’s oldest public museum displays global art and archaeology, including classical sculpture, paintings, and Egyptian antiquities.
Oxford’s historic main street is lined with colleges, churches, and grand facades, making it essential for first-time visitors.
A central square framed by the Bodleian, Radcliffe Camera, and university buildings, offering one of Oxford’s defining views.
A peaceful riverside path popular for walking and punting views, giving a greener, more local side of Oxford.
A hearty Oxfordshire sausage made with pork and veal, often seasoned with lemon and herbs. It is a long-standing county specialty linked to local butchers.
A rustic Oxfordshire pie of seasoned pork, bacon, apples and cider. It reflects the county's farming traditions and classic English pub cooking.
A rich fruit cake from nearby Banbury, filled with currants, raisins and spice. It is one of Oxfordshire's best-known historic baked treats.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Historic riverside pub with a strong reputation for cask ales and classic British dishes in a traditional and atmospheric setting.
Historic covered market institution serving Oxford sausages, breakfasts and traditional British comfort food in a casual setting.
Oxford is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs. Transit is manageable, but central accommodation and tourist-area meals raise daily budgets.
Restaurants may add 10-12.5% service; if not, tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually small change.
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Oxford Railway Station -> Oxford City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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.

Most Liverpool to Oxford trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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.
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: 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.
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