The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Oxford
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Oxford will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sheffield for Oxford on Wed, Nov 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Sheffield to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. 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 €21, and a train costs an average of €48.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€91 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Oxford trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C23813+ G01994+ P09886 | On time 8:23 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h40 | 12:03 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C23813 · C23555 | On time 8:23 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h51 | 11:14 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C23745 · C23559 | On time 8:56 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h18 | 12:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
Y07046+ C23698 · C23559 | On time 9:00 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h14 | 12:14 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C23818 | On time 10:26 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h15 | 12:41 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23755+ G02006+ P09887 | On time 10:56 AM Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h12 | 2:08 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sheffield to Oxford by train or bus
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Why should you book Sheffield to Oxford trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as LNER, east_midlands_trains and Cross Country offer trains services from Sheffield to Oxford. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Sheffield to Oxford.
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER, east_midlands_trains and Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Sheffield to Oxford.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Sheffield to Oxford.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER, east_midlands_trains and Cross Country to help you choose the right option for your journey from Sheffield to Oxford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Sheffield to Oxford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Oxford
Trains from Sheffield to Oxford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 04:40 |
Last train 21:39 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Sheffield to Oxford start from as low as $59 (€48) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $112 (€91) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 5 daily trains from Sheffield to Oxford with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 2h 13m but the average duration is 3h 9m
Train Operators
- Travel from Sheffield to Oxford with CrossCountry, LNER, east_midlands_trains, and Cross Country
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is CrossCountry.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Sheffield station (SHF) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF)
- First train typically departs at 04:40 AM and the last at 09:39 PM
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, LNER, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Oxford from $26 (€21). 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 Sheffield to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Oxford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:15 Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus station immediately next to train station. Supertram also available, journeys include Sheffield Stadium. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Stand C3 in the Meadowhall Interchange Station
- Metro: Tram stop at station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:50 Saturday 05:00 - 22:50 Sunday 07:45 - 23:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1, Platform 2/3, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 5 and Platform 6/8; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located at station entrance (next to taxi rank). Additional stands available on Platform 6.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E5 or E6 in the Bus station.
- 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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