The cheapest and fastest trains from Sunderland to Oxford
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sunderland to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sunderland to Oxford will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 2 trains that leave Sunderland for Oxford on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 351 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 42 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 24 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 bus, train, and flight for Sunderland to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sunderland to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €165.
Distance: 218 miles (351 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€106 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €200 Average price |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sunderland to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Sunderland to Oxford trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:50 AM Sunderland | 6h51 | 11:41 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:19 AM Sunderland | 5h23 | 12:42 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Sunderland to Oxford trains with Omio?
Grand Central Trains as well as LNER offer trains services from Sunderland to Oxford. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Sunderland to Oxford.
Why book with Omio vs Grand Central Trains?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Grand Central Trains, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER to find the best option for your trip from Sunderland to Oxford.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Grand Central Trains tickets can be bought on Grand Central Trains's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER to help you choose the right option for your journey from Sunderland to Oxford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Sunderland to Oxford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sunderland to Oxford
Trains from Sunderland to Oxford run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€77) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 218 miles (351 km) distance in 5h 23m.
Distance 218 miles (351 km) |
Average train duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€77) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 23m |
First train 03:35 |
Last train 20:47 |
Train companies: Grand Central Trains, LNER from Sunderland to Oxford trainsGrand Central Trains, LNER trains will get you between Sunderland and Oxford from $53 (€43). 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 Sunderland to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sunderland 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 Sunderland to Oxford
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 18:00 Saturday 06:15 - 18:00 Sunday 08:00 - 17:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Lifts to all platforms for disabled passengers from the North end of the station. Open for all services.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Located on the North Concourse and accepts cash and cards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Fawcett Street, near to the Travel Centre entrance in Athenaeum Street, outside Wilkinsons.
- Metro: Tyne and Wear metro station close to the station. 0191 203 3333
- 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
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