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

The average train ticket price from Oxford to Birmingham is $73. The best way to find train tickets from Oxford to Birmingham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Oxford to Birmingham?

A train trip between Oxford and Birmingham is around 1h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 58 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Oxford and Birmingham?

The number of trains from Oxford to Birmingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Oxford to Birmingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Oxford to Birmingham?

When taking the train from Oxford to Birmingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Spa, The National Sea Life, Twycross Zoo, City Canal Tour, Gas Street Basin.

Train Oxford to Birmingham from $13

Next train departures

Next departures for Oxford to Birmingham on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:11pm	Oxford	1h 7m	4:18pm	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	4:21pm	Oxford Parkway	2h 14m	6:35pm	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags
Train	3:11pm	Oxford	1h 7m	4:18pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:39pm	Oxford	1h 12m	4:51pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	3:39pm	Oxford	1h 12m	4:51pm	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Oxford to Birmingham on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:48am	Oxford Parkway	2h 22m	11:10am	Birmingham Moor Street	Cheapest
Train	8:35am	Oxford	2h 16m	10:51am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	9:46am	Oxford Parkway	2h 21m	12:07pm	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags
Train	8:35am	Oxford	2h 16m	10:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	10:44am	Oxford Parkway	2h 26m	1:10pm	Birmingham Moor Street	No tags

Next departures for Oxford to Birmingham on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:39am	Oxford	1h 12m	9:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Oxford to Birmingham on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10pm	Oxford	1h 8m	5:18pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Oxford to Birmingham on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:39am	Oxford	1h 12m	9:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Oxford to Birmingham on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:10pm	Oxford	1h 8m	5:18pm	Birmingham New Street	Cheapest
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	Fastest
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

Next departures for Oxford to Birmingham on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	CheapestFastest
Train	7:10am	Oxford	1h 5m	8:15am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	7:40am	Oxford	1h 11m	8:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags
Train	8:39am	Oxford	1h 12m	9:51am	Birmingham New Street	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Oxford to Birmingham

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

58 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $57	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $183	Average Duration1h 54m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $17	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Chiltern Railways

4.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oxford to Birmingham by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/13

$34

11/14

$38

Today

$34

11/16

$68

11/17

$38

11/18

$20

11/19

$38

11/20

$30

The cheapest trip from Oxford to Birmingham was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $20

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 $20 to $173 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 $20 which is on 2025-11-18.