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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Oxford | Manchester Piccadilly | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Oxford | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags | ||||
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| Train | Oxford | Manchester Piccadilly | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Oxford to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Average price£26 - £52 | Average duration3h 50m | 5kg CO₂e | |
| Average price£23 - £306 | Average duration2h 50m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£16 - £28 | Average duration2h 50m | 9kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Oxford and Manchester?
Oxford
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Oxford Train Station
44 Abbey Rd, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2, UK
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £23
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxford to Manchester by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Oxford to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to Manchester start from £23. The average price for this train route is around £114. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oxford to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Oxford to Manchester is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 126 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 45m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Oxford to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxford to Manchester?
The earliest train from Oxford to Manchester departs at 07:10. And the latest train departs at 21:09.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Oxford to Manchester was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Oxford to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £22 to £294 for a train ticket from Oxford to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-12-10.
