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Manchester to Oxford train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Oxford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$ 61.69, with average prices for this route around AU$ 41.92.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Sun, Aug 3
From AU$ 88.01
Mon, Aug 4
From AU$ 61.69
Tue, Aug 5
From AU$ 61.69
Wed, Aug 6
From AU$ 86.57
Thu, Aug 7
From AU$ 132.42
Fri, Aug 8
From AU$ 71.35
Sat, Aug 9
From AU$ 99.52

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
08:26 Manchester Piccadilly	11:13 Oxford	2h 47m, Direct		Find Tickets
09:27 Manchester Piccadilly	12:13 Oxford	2h 46m, Direct		Find Tickets
10:26 Manchester Piccadilly	13:13 Oxford	2h 47m, Direct		Find Tickets
10:30 Manchester Piccadilly	13:43 Oxford	3h 13m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
11:24 Manchester Piccadilly	14:13 Oxford	2h 49m, Direct		Find Tickets
11:28 Manchester Piccadilly	14:35 Paris	3h 7m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester to Oxford train route details

First train

08:26

Last train

22:04

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Oxford

Journey time

2h 46m

Distance

203 km

Price

AU$ 61.69*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Oxford

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Oxford can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Oxford, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Oxford ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Manchester to Oxford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Oxford train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Manchester to Oxford train prices and times

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