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The Lightbox
The Lightbox is Woking's leading museum and gallery, with local history displays, changing art exhibitions, and a strong programme for families and culture lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$45
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$45
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 57 m
Trains on Sep 19
3
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Woking is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Woking will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 trains from Oxford to Woking, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Woking among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, while a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 15m by train vs 1h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $39 compared to roughly $26 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Woking trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:32 AM Oxford | 1h43 | 9:15 AM Woking | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Oxford | 2h18 | 10:48 AM Woking | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:32 AM Oxford | 1h51 | 10:23 AM Woking | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Oxford to Woking run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 3:55 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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Woking Railway Station -> Woking Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Woking 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 Woking, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oxford to Woking trains use the Oxford to Woking station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Woking train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Woking has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Woking.
Wi-Fi is available at Woking. ATMs are available at Woking.
Ticket office support is available at Woking.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Woking: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Woking: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Woking: 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, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available outside both station entrances. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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