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

The average train ticket price from Southampton to Oxford is $84. The best way to find train tickets from Southampton to Oxford 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 Southampton to Oxford?

A train trip between Southampton and Oxford is around 1h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 59 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Southampton and Oxford?

The number of trains from Southampton to Oxford can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Southampton to Oxford by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Southampton to Oxford?

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

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

Once in Oxford, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Footprints Tours, Hobbs of Henley Ltd, Tooley's Boatyard, Blenheim Palace, Didcot Railway Centre.

Train Southampton to Oxford from $15

Next train departures

Next departures for Southampton to Oxford on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:23pm	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	9:38pm	Oxford	Cheapest
Train	7:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	8:38am	Oxford	Fastest
Train	7:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	8:38am	Oxford	No tags
Train	8:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	9:38am	Oxford	No tags
Train	8:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	9:38am	Oxford	No tags
Train	9:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	10:38am	Oxford	No tags
Train	9:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	10:38am	Oxford	No tags
Train	10:23am	Southampton Airport Parkway	1h 15m	11:38am	Oxford	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 12:40 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Southampton to Oxford

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Oxford. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

56 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $75	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $150	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $10	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $17

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Southampton and Oxford?

Stops in Southampton

A - Southampton Airport

Stops in Oxford

A - Oxford Train Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Southampton - Oxford

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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

11/11

$43

11/12

$24

Today

$16

11/14

$24

11/15

$36

11/16

No data

11/17

$16

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The cheapest trip from Southampton to Oxford was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $144 for a train ticket from Southampton to Oxford based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-11-17.