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Train Information between Oxford and Manchester

distanceDistance126 miles (203 km)
durationAverage train duration2 h 26 min
priceAverage train ticket price$81 (€65)
frequencyTrain frequency10 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 10 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersCross Country

Trains from Oxford to Manchester cover the 126 miles (203 km) long journey taking on average 2 h 26 min with our travel partners like Cross Country. Normally, there are 10 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $53 (€43), but the average price of train tickets is $81 (€65). Travelers depart most frequently from Oxford and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly.

Train companies

CrossCountry trains from Oxford to Manchester

CrossCountry trains will get you from Oxford to Manchester from $53 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Oxford and Manchester you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

Book your CrossCountry Oxford to Manchester train with Omio and enjoy a smooth and relaxing journey! Check CrossCountry’s up-to-date train schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, compare the fastest Oxford to Manchester routes as well as the amenities offered in the class fare you choose and buy the most affordable CrossCountry train tickets online that fit your budget. The distance from Oxford to Manchester is 126 miles (203 km), and the best price for a one-way Oxford - Manchester CrossCountry train ticket starts at $53 (€43) if you book in advance. If you would rather search for your CrossCountry ticket in the Omio app, you can quickly see if it's a mobile ticket so that you can go paperless when traveling by train. Waiting in a line at the train station to purchase your train ticket will become yesterday's news. So, book your train tickets online quickly and easily and enjoy your trip with CrossCountry!

Oxford to Manchester train information with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 21 min
  • CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

Read on for COVID-19 recommendations and policies for your CrossCountry train ticket between Oxford and Manchester:

  • Refund or voucher policy
  • If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
  • Cashless payments recommended
  • Online booking and check-in recommended
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Travel Tips

Trains from Oxford to Manchester
Travel by train to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Oxford to Manchester.
FAQs
How much are cheap trains from Oxford to Manchester?
Omio customers have found the cheapest trains from Oxford to Manchester to cost as little as $53 (€43)  in the next 7 days.
What is the price of a train ticket between Oxford and Manchester?
The Oxford to Manchester train ticket price is on average $81 (€65)  if you are looking to buy your tickets for this trip in the next week.
How far is Oxford to Manchester by train?
The Oxford to Manchester train distance is approximately 126 miles (203 km).
How long is the train from Oxford to Manchester?
On average the Oxford to Manchester train time is 2 h 26 min  covering the 126 miles (203 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.
What train station in Oxford goes to Manchester? What train station do I come into Manchester from Oxford?

When taking a train from Oxford, you have a couple of train stations you can depart from including Oxford, Oxford Parkway Station and Oxford, Magdalen Road. When you arrive in Manchester, your train can arrive in train stations including Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Victoria and Manchester Oxford Road.

Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Oxford   to Manchester Piccadilly.

Where is the train station in Oxford? Where is the train station in Manchester?

Passengers board their train most frequently from Oxford and travel around 0 mile (s) / 0 km from the city center to this train station.

Passengers traveling this route most often arrive at Manchester Piccadilly and need to travel approximately 0 mile (s) / 0 km from the train station to the city center in Manchester.

Which train companies should I travel with from Oxford to Manchester?
Take the Oxford to Manchester train with Cross Country. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip between Oxford and Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
How many trains are there from Oxford to Manchester a day?
On average, there are 10 trains a day from Oxford to Manchester. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
When does the first train depart from Oxford to Manchester? When does the last train depart from Oxford to Manchester?
The first Oxford to Manchester train departs at 7: 39 AM   and the last train from Oxford to Manchester leaves at 11: 57 AM. Check out the most up-to-date train schedule from Oxford to Manchester on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.
How early should I book train tickets to Manchester from Oxford to score the best deals?
If you buy the Oxford to Manchester train within the next 7 days, you can find one way tickets to cost on average $81 (€65). However, booking your train ticket in advance gives you access to the best prices for trains from Oxford to Manchester. Look out for train tickets for this route to go on sale a few months before your planned departure date to find the best deals.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Oxford
Manchester
Oxford is the most popular Oxford railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Oxford for your trip to Manchester.