London to Oxford by train
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Overview: trains from London to Oxford
Find the key information for travelling by train from London to Oxford, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
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Train cost between London to Oxford
Getting from London to Oxford by rail typically costs US$7.50, but runs about US$14 if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to US$21. Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.
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London to Oxford departure timetable
On this route, 98 trains run daily, with the first one leaving London at 00:01 and the last leaving at 23:18 during the week.
For weekend travel to Oxford, the earliest departure is at 00:22 and the last one is at 23:33. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 3 minutes.
How long does the train from London to Oxford take?
The shortest journey time on this route is 44 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 84 kilometres.
How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between London and Oxford?
You can secure tickets for travel between London and Oxford up to 6 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.
Learn even more about travelling from London to Oxford by train
Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Oxford.
FAQs about the train journey from London to Oxford
Want to know more about your journey from London to Oxford? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance from London to Oxford is 84 kilometres.
The cheapest tickets for this route start at US$7.50. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically US$14. Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost US$21.
Tickets for this route go on sale 6 months in advance of the departure date.
The fastest journey is 44 minutes.
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