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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dover to Oxford
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dover to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Oxford will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dover for Oxford every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Dover to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dover to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 190 km
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2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dover to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:52 Dover | 3h25 | 11:17 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:52 Dover | 3h25 | 12:17 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Southeastern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southeastern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways or Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Dover to Oxford.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways or Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Dover to Oxford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Dover to Oxford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Dover to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dover to Oxford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Southeastern, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway from Dover to Oxford trainsSoutheastern, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway trains will get you between Dover 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: Dover to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover 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 Dover and Oxford
Most Dover to Oxford trains use the Dover Priory to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Dover and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dover station do trains to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Dover Priory from Dover city centre
Dover Priory train station facilities and services
Dover Priory has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, 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 Dover Priory.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dover Priory.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dover Priory. 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 Dover Priory: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dover Priory: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dover Priory: 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 via booking hall, 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: At the front of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Oxford station do trains from Dover 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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