The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Oxford
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$147
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 11 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 $147 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Oxford without transferring at least once.
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P09887Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Oxford
Omio 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 €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. 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 €22, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 135 miles (218 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€98 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest |
3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Oxford trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L33219+ C23555 | On time 8:08 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h06 | 11:14 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
L33223+ C23559 | On time 9:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h02 | 12:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
L33225+ C23818 | On time 9:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h08 | 12:41 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
L33227+ C23562 | On time 10:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h02 | 1:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C39498+ W09218+ C23566 | On time 10:32 AM Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 3h43 | 2:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
L33229+ G02006+ P09887 | On time 10:33 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h35 | 2:08 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
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![]() | 5:08 AM Liverpool | 3h06 | 8:14 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Oxford
Trains from Liverpool to Oxford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 135 miles (218 km) |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Liverpool to Oxford trainsWest Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Liverpool and Oxford from $27 (€22). 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 Liverpool to Oxford
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Liverpool to Oxford
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:35 - 00:05 Sunday 08:05 - 23:35
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Liverpool platform : level access from street level. To Wigan platform via footpath from Seymour Road or Jubilee Avenue from ticket office under road bridge and first left, 500 metres. Or via underpass 32 steps level under the track then 30 steps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For Warrington, Buses Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station entrance. Towards Liverpool, buses pick up at the bus stop outside the Turnpike Tavern.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:02 - 00:02 Sunday 08:04 - 00:02 Monday - Friday 05:53 - 00:02 Saturday 05:53 - 00:02 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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”Access to the Ticket Office is step free. Hunts Cross bound access is via a ramp. Liverpool bound access is via street level
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Sefton Street,Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:51 - 00:16 Sunday 07:51 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.” The car park and Ticket Office are step free, however access to platforms is via stepped ramps only.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets can be electronically opened by staff in the Booking Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on Speke Rd.
- 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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