How to travel from Liverpool to Oxford

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Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $63.

Distance: 135 miles (218 km)

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$63

Average price

$24

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Cheapest

$78

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3h 51m

Average total duration

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3h 21m

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5h 21m

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4h 51m

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3h 13m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Oxford is a bus with an average price of $24 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Oxford:

A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Oxford costing on average $63 (€51).

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 3h 51m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Oxford including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Liverpool to Oxford among Omio's users.

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from Liverpool to Oxford

How to get from Liverpool to Oxford by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Liverpool to Oxford is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX421 · UCX5
    1:45 AM7h50
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    9:35 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $381One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX421 · UCX5
    1:45 AM7h50
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    9:35 AMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $381One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • West Midlands TrainsC16925+CrossCountryG01009
    9:12 AM3h02
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:14 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $1481One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • West Midlands TrainsC16917+CrossCountryG01003
    7:10 AM3h07
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:17 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsC16915+CrossCountryG01176
    6:33 AM3h08
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:41 AMOxford station (OXF)
    $421One-way
    1 transfer
  • West Midlands TrainsC16927+CrossCountryG01180
    9:33 AM3h06
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:39 PMOxford station (OXF)
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX541 · NX160
    7:35 AM7h45
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    3:20 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX541 · NX160
    11:00 AM7h50
    Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place
    6:50 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $461One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:40 AM10h25
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    4:05 PMOxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station
    $461One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool to Oxford

Travel to Oxford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Oxford.

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There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Oxford including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Oxford is a bus with an average price of $24 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Liverpool to Oxford:

A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Oxford costing on average $63 (€51).

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Oxford is by train with an average journey time of 3h 51m.

Other travel options to Oxford take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 21m.

The distance from Liverpool to Oxford is approximately 135 miles (218 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Oxford is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool and Oxford as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liverpool to Oxford:
  • Trains mostly depart from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and arrive in Oxford station (OXF).
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place and arrive in Oxford, Gloucester Green Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Oxford, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with West Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains to go to Oxford by train.
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus to go to Oxford by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Liverpool to Oxford:
  • 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool to Oxford often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Cambridge, Bristol. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Oxford and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Oxford to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Oxford, you can visit the University of Oxford to explore its historic colleges and libraries, tour the Ashmolean Museum to discover an extensive art and archaeology collection, and walk through the Oxford Botanic Garden to enjoy diverse plant collections. Don't miss exploring the Covered Market with its local shops and eateries, and climb the Carfax Tower for panoramic views of the city. Some of the best sights include the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church College.
For a fulfilling experience in Oxford, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its historic colleges, museums, and picturesque city center.

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