The cheapest and fastest trains from Ulverston to Oxford
Cheapest price
$160
Average price
$160
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulverston to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulverston to Oxford will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $160.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ulverston for Oxford on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 298 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 7 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.
7:07 AM5h07Ulverston12:14 PMOxford$1601One-way0 transfers
7:07 AM5h07Ulverston12:14 PMOxford$1601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ulverston to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulverston to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $159.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$160 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ulverston to Oxford:
A bus is $125 (€100) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulverston to Oxford costing on average $160 (€129).
Other travel options to Oxford take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 50m.
Tickets start at around $160 (€129) compared to roughly $86 (€69) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-74.27 (€-59.89). The journey takes 4h 39m versus 4h 15m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Ulverston to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Ulverston to Oxford trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:10 PM Ulverston | 5h04 | 5:14 PM Oxford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:11 PM Ulverston | 4h26 | 6:37 PM Oxford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:11 PM Ulverston | 5h03 | 7:14 PM Oxford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:06 PM Ulverston | 4h33 | 7:39 PM Oxford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 3:06 PM Ulverston | 5h09 | 8:15 PM Oxford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Ulverston | 5h03 | 10:13 PM Oxford | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:37 PM Ulverston | 5h36 | 11:13 PM Oxford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:04 PM Ulverston | 11h10 | 7:14 AM Oxford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 10:04 PM Ulverston | 10h10 | 8:14 AM Oxford | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
![]() | 7:07 AM Ulverston | 5h07 | 12:14 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ulverston to Oxford
Trains from Ulverston to Oxford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $159 (€128) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $159 (€128) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 6:39 AM |
Last train 7:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited from Ulverston to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Ulverston and Oxford from $29 (€24). 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 Ulverston to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulverston 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 Ulverston to Oxford
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- The Farmers Ulverston
- The Sun Inn
- 24 places, not covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a small facility with a single building housing the ticket office and waiting area, with platforms accessible via a footbridge.
- Bus: Local bus services available
- 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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