Train from Oxford to Birmingham: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Oxford to Birmingham on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Birmingham New StreetCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Birmingham New StreetFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Birmingham New StreetNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
Birmingham New StreetNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Oxford to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 20mAverage duration
58 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£10 - £43Average duration2h
2kg CO₂e
Average price£11 - £141Average duration1h 55m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£7 - £14Average duration1h 20m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxford to Birmingham by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Oxford to Birmingham?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to Birmingham start from £11. The average price for this train route is around £56. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Oxford to Birmingham?

    The average train journey time from Oxford to Birmingham is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 57 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 3m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Oxford to Birmingham route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxford to Birmingham?

    The earliest train from Oxford to Birmingham departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 21:09.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Oxford to Birmingham?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Oxford to Birmingham?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Chiltern Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Oxford to Birmingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Oxford to Birmingham?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
30/11
£54
01/12
£41
Today
£30
03/12
£36
04/12
£27
05/12
£54
06/12
£54
07/12
£24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oxford to Birmingham was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £24

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Oxford to Birmingham as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £24 to £134 for a train ticket from Oxford to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £24, which is on 2025-12-07.

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