4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Oxford
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Oxford will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 7 trains that leave Brighton for Oxford every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 58 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.
7:093h08Brighton10:17Oxford£391One-way0 changes- 16:142h58Brighton19:12Oxford£401One-way0 changes
- 6:093h10Brighton9:19Oxford£401One-way0 changes
8:582h44Brighton11:42Oxford£441One-way0 changes- 8:282h49Brighton11:17Oxford£441One-way0 changes
- 8:582h44Brighton11:42Oxford£441One-way0 changes
- 9:282h49Brighton12:17Oxford£441One-way0 changes
- 8:282h49Brighton11:17Oxford£441One-way0 changes
- 8:142h55Brighton11:09Oxford£671One-way0 changes
- 16:142h58Brighton19:12Oxford£401One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Brighton to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. 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 £9, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 129 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£43 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Oxford trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45553+Y15402+ C37352 | On time 9:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h44 | 12:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
W45493+G15131+ G00710 | On time 10:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h55 | 13:09 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45548+W34884+C37363 | On time 10:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h47 | 13:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45425+G15132+G00875 | On time 10:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h54 | 13:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45521+Y15421+C37372 | 10:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h44 | 13:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45565+W34889+C37382 | 11:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h49 | 14:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
W45434+Y15423+ Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington | On time 11:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h59 | 14:43 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45434+G15134+G00879 | On time 11:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h53 | 14:37 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45474+G15135+G00716 | On time 12:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h57 | 15:11 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45474+W34894+Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington | On time 12:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 3h02 | 15:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45372+W34894+C37296 | On time 12:28 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h48 | 15:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45432+G15136+G00887 | On time 12:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h54 | 15:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45432+Y15425+Tube from London Bridge to London Paddington | On time 12:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h58 | 15:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W45536+Y15425+C37309 | On time 12:58 Brighton station (BTN) | 2h44 | 15:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| 6:09 Brighton | 3h10 | 9:19 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:09 Brighton | 3h08 | 10:17 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:14 Brighton | 2h55 | 11:09 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:28 Brighton | 2h49 | 11:17 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Oxford
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Trains from Brighton to Oxford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, Great Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Chiltern Railways, Southern, South Western Railway from Brighton to Oxford trainsThameslink, Great Western Railway, Gatwick Express, Chiltern Railways, Southern, South Western Railway trains will get you between Brighton and Oxford from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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 Brighton and Oxford
Most Brighton to Oxford trains use the Brighton to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, 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 Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Oxford station do trains from Brighton 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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