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Oxford University Museum of Natural History
The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$36
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$82
Fastest journey on Oct 10
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
3 h 30 m
Trains on Oct 10
53
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Oxford will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 53 trains from York to Oxford, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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.
W29885 · W29934
G01151 · G01187
G01156 · W29938
G01175
W29924
W29924
G01175
Y14807+
Y15422+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
C01948+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
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C01955+
G01175Trains from York to Oxford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€31) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€31) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 1:06 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for York to Oxford trains for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C01925+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34889 | On time 10:31 AM York station (YRK) | 3h46 | 2:17 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C01934+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34894 | On time 11:31 AM York station (YRK) | 3h45 | 3:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G01184 | On time 11:36 AM York station (YRK) | 3h00 | 2:36 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01148 · G01024 | On time 11:42 AM York station (YRK) | 4h33 | 4:15 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C02006+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ Y15425 | On time 11:55 AM York station (YRK) | 3h47 | 3:42 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G80049+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34706+ G00718 | On time 12:17 PM York station (YRK) | 3h53 | 4:10 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
C01975+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ Y15427 | On time 12:32 PM York station (YRK) | 3h45 | 4:17 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W29935 | 1:36 PM York station (YRK) | 3h04 | 4:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01186 | On time 2:35 PM York station (YRK) | 3h06 | 5:41 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29937 | 3:37 PM York station (YRK) | 3h00 | 6:37 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01976+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34913 | On time 4:32 PM York station (YRK) | 3h46 | 8:18 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G01188 | On time 4:36 PM York station (YRK) | 3h03 | 7:39 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C02046+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ G15156 | On time 4:55 PM York station (YRK) | 3h49 | 8:44 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
Y14819+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34737+ G00934 | On time 5:11 PM York station (YRK) | 3h57 | 9:08 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
G66824 · G01039 | 5:36 PM York station (YRK) | 3h37 | 9:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G66824+ L37381+ C00787 | On time 5:36 PM York station (YRK) | 4h30 | 10:06 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G01166 · G01042 | On time 5:42 PM York station (YRK) | 4h31 | 10:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C01988+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ Y15439 | On time 5:55 PM York station (YRK) | 3h47 | 9:42 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C01928+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34923 | On time 6:31 PM York station (YRK) | 3h46 | 10:17 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C02066+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ Y15440 | 6:55 PM York station (YRK) | 3h45 | 10:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
Y14826+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ Y15440 | 7:11 PM York station (YRK) | 3h29 | 10:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G80091+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34929 | On time 7:17 PM York station (YRK) | 3h52 | 11:09 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G00914 · W29939 | On time 7:37 PM York station (YRK) | 3h36 | 11:13 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C01989+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ Y15441 | 7:55 PM York station (YRK) | 4h01 | 11:56 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G80097+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Marylebone+ L37541 | On time 8:18 PM York station (YRK) | 4h15 | 12:33 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C02033+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34937 | On time 9:30 PM York station (YRK) | 4h21 | 1:51 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C02056+ C48260 · W34858 | On time 10:59 PM York station (YRK) | 7h19 | 6:18 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, October 10 | |||||
G80276+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ Y15415 | 4:40 AM York station (YRK) | 4h03 | 8:43 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G80276+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Marylebone+ L38436 | 4:40 AM York station (YRK) | 4h55 | 9:35 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
C01955+ G01175 | 5:57 AM York station (YRK) | 3h44 | 9:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
G01175 | 6:24 AM York station (YRK) | 3h17 | 9:41 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01904+ G00859+ W35066+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 6:31 AM York station (YRK) | 4h07 | 10:38 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
W29924 | 7:25 AM York station (YRK) | 3h15 | 10:40 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01141 · G01177 | 7:46 AM York station (YRK) | 3h51 | 11:37 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C01948+ Y15420+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 8:04 AM York station (YRK) | 3h40 | 11:44 AM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
Y14806+ G00705+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W35116 | 8:17 AM York station (YRK) | 3h51 | 12:08 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
C01967+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ W34880 | 8:31 AM York station (YRK) | 3h45 | 12:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G01146 · G01179 | 8:47 AM York station (YRK) | 3h53 | 12:40 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C02043+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ Y15403 | 8:56 AM York station (YRK) | 3h47 | 12:43 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
G08176+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ G00707+ W34692 | 9:17 AM York station (YRK) | 3h53 | 1:10 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 3 transfers | |
C01938+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ C42244 | 9:31 AM York station (YRK) | 3h50 | 1:21 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
W29867 · G01017 | 9:48 AM York station (YRK) | 4h28 | 2:16 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 1 transfer | |
C02003+ Y15422+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 9:55 AM York station (YRK) | 3h48 | 1:43 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
Y14807+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+ Y15422 | 10:11 AM York station (YRK) | 3h32 | 1:43 PM Oxford station (OXF) | 2 transfers | |
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The university’s flagship museum presents natural history collections in a spectacular neo-Gothic hall, ideal for science and architecture lovers.
World-famous museum of archaeology and anthropology with remarkable collections from ancient Egypt to Pacific cultures.
Britain’s oldest public museum displays global art and archaeology, including classical sculpture, paintings, and Egyptian antiquities.
Oxford’s historic main street is lined with colleges, churches, and grand facades, making it essential for first-time visitors.
A central square framed by the Bodleian, Radcliffe Camera, and university buildings, offering one of Oxford’s defining views.
A peaceful riverside path popular for walking and punting views, giving a greener, more local side of Oxford.
A hearty Oxfordshire sausage made with pork and veal, often seasoned with lemon and herbs. It is a long-standing county specialty linked to local butchers.
A rustic Oxfordshire pie of seasoned pork, bacon, apples and cider. It reflects the county's farming traditions and classic English pub cooking.
A rich fruit cake from nearby Banbury, filled with currants, raisins and spice. It is one of Oxfordshire's best-known historic baked treats.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for seasonal British tasting menus and polished service in a refined city-centre setting.
Historic riverside pub with a strong reputation for cask ales and classic British dishes in a traditional and atmospheric setting.
Historic covered market institution serving Oxford sausages, breakfasts and traditional British comfort food in a casual setting.
Oxford is pricier than many UK cities, with higher hotel and dining costs. Transit is manageable, but central accommodation and tourist-area meals raise daily budgets.
Restaurants may add 10-12.5% service; if not, tip about 10% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional, usually small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.

Most York to Oxford trains use the York to Oxford station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Ticket office support is available at York.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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