4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Oxford
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Oxford will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 4 trains that leave Derby for Oxford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.
8:412h33Derby11:14Oxford£301One-way0 changes- 9:551h44Derby11:39Oxford£371One-way0 changes
- 8:531h45Derby10:38Oxford£431One-way0 changes
- 13:402h35Derby16:15Oxford£551One-way0 changes
- 9:551h44Derby11:39Oxford£371One-way0 changes
- 8:531h45Derby10:38Oxford£431One-way0 changes
- 8:412h33Derby11:14Oxford£301One-way0 changes
- 13:402h35Derby16:15Oxford£551One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Derby to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 131 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£38 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:41 Derby | 2h33 | 11:14 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:53 Derby | 1h45 | 10:38 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:55 Derby | 1h44 | 11:39 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:40 Derby | 2h35 | 16:15 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Derby to Oxford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 21:39 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Derby to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Derby and Oxford from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Derby to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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 Derby and Oxford
Most Derby to Oxford trains use the Derby to Oxford station pair. Use this guide to compare Derby and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Getting to Spondon from Derby city centre
Spondon is 4 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Spondon train station facilities and services
Spondon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Spondon.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Spondon: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Spondon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Spondon: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Level ramped access to both platforms from level crossing. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Peartree from Derby city centre
Peartree is 2 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Peartree train station facilities and services
Peartree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Peartree.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peartree: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Peartree: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Peartree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to both platforms via ramps. These ramps have a very steep gradient. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edge of the platforms, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on IUP, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Oxford station do trains from Derby 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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