P85674+
W34894+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington12:232h53Canterbury West (CBW)15:16Oxford station (OXF)£441One-way2 changes
P85680+
Y15427+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington13:232h54Canterbury West (CBW)16:17Oxford station (OXF)£441One-way2 changes
P85686+
W34903+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington14:232h53Canterbury West (CBW)17:16Oxford station (OXF)£621One-way2 changes
P85680+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
W34819+
G0071813:232h47Canterbury West (CBW)16:10Oxford station (OXF)£811One-way3 changes
P85674+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
W34814+
G0071612:232h48Canterbury West (CBW)15:11Oxford station (OXF)£811One-way3 changes
P85692+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
W34830+
G0072615:232h46Canterbury West (CBW)18:09Oxford station (OXF)£861One-way3 changes
P85680+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
W34819+
G0071813:232h47Canterbury West (CBW)16:10Oxford station (OXF)£811One-way3 changes
P85674+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
W34814+
G0071612:232h48Canterbury West (CBW)15:11Oxford station (OXF)£811One-way3 changes
P85626+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
G14954+
G008556:492h49Canterbury West (CBW)9:38Oxford station (OXF)£861One-way3 changes
P85630+
Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+
G14955+
G006987:192h51Canterbury West (CBW)10:10Oxford station (OXF)£861One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Canterbury to Oxford
The cheapest option from Canterbury to Oxford is train, with an average price of £37. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Canterbury to Oxford among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 170 km
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£49 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest option |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Canterbury to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Oxford trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P85669+ C33064+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington | On time 11:23 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h53 | 14:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
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P85622+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ G14953+ G00739 | 6:14 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h59 | 9:13 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
P85622+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ W34865 | 6:14 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3h04 | 9:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
P85626+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ G14954+ G00855 | 6:49 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h49 | 9:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
P85626+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ Y15417 | 6:49 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h54 | 9:43 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
P85630+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ G14991 | 7:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 3h00 | 10:19 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
P85630+ Tube from London St Pancras International to London Paddington+ G14955+ G00698 | 7:19 Canterbury West (CBW) | 2h51 | 10:10 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Oxford
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Canterbury to Oxford, including direct trains, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Lowest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 1:06 |
Last train 22:23 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Southeastern, Great Western Railway from Canterbury to Oxford trainsSoutheastern, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Canterbury and Oxford from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Canterbury to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury to Oxford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Canterbury and Oxford
Most Canterbury to Oxford trains use the Canterbury West to Oxford station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Canterbury station do trains to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Oxford station do trains from Canterbury arrive at?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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