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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Oxford
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Oxford will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 3 trains that leave Darlington for Oxford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:053h31Darlington14:36Oxford£431One-way0 changes- 8:063h33Darlington11:39Oxford£431One-way0 changes
- 4:523h49Darlington8:41Oxford£1951One-way0 changes
- 11:053h31Darlington14:36Oxford£431One-way0 changes
- 8:063h33Darlington11:39Oxford£431One-way0 changes
- 4:523h49Darlington8:41Oxford£1951One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Darlington to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 309 km
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£64 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Darlington to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:52 Darlington | 3h49 | 8:41 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:06 Darlington | 3h33 | 11:39 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:05 Darlington | 3h31 | 14:36 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Darlington to Oxford by coach or train
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Darlington to Oxford.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Darlington to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 20:08. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 20:08 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Darlington to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Darlington and Oxford from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: Darlington to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington 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 Darlington and Oxford
Most Darlington to Oxford trains use the Darlington to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Darlington and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Darlington station do trains to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Darlington from Darlington city centre
Darlington train station facilities and services
Darlington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Darlington.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Darlington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Darlington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Darlington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Darlington: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Darlington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones, Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Oxford station do trains from Darlington 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.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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