Ilford to Oxford train with Great Western Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilford to Oxford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£31

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£38

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

1 h 37 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

1 h 44 m

Trains on 10 Oct

8

Distance

94 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilford to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ilford to Oxford will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.

Fast trains

To travel from Ilford to Oxford you need to make at least one change.

  • Elizabeth lineC37357+Great Western RailwayY15418
    8:061h37
    Ilford station (IFD)
    9:43Oxford station (OXF)
    £311One-way
    1 change
  • Elizabeth lineC38535+Great Western RailwayY15400
    8:581h45
    Ilford station (IFD)
    10:43Oxford station (OXF)
    £311One-way
    1 change
  • Elizabeth lineC37366+Great Western RailwayW34870
    8:361h42
    Ilford station (IFD)
    10:18Oxford station (OXF)
    £311One-way
    1 change
  • Elizabeth lineC38312+Great Western RailwayY15413
    5:581h45
    Ilford station (IFD)
    7:43Oxford station (OXF)
    £431One-way
    1 change
  • Elizabeth lineC38282+Great Western RailwayW34860
    5:291h50
    Ilford station (IFD)
    7:19Oxford station (OXF)
    £431One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Ilford to Oxford

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Trains from Ilford to Oxford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance
94 km
Average train duration
1h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£29
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
1h 15m
First train
0:21
Last train
23:36
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
49 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7

Live departures

Ilford to Oxford train times

The table below shows live departures for Ilford to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Elizabeth lineC38282+Great Western RailwayW348605:29 Ilford station (IFD)
1h50
7:19 Oxford station (OXF)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15413+Elizabeth lineC383125:58 Ilford station (IFD)
1h45
7:43 Oxford station (OXF)1 change
Great Western RailwayY15418+Elizabeth lineC373578:06 Ilford station (IFD)
1h37
9:43 Oxford station (OXF)1 change
Elizabeth lineC38476+Great Western RailwayW34676+CrossCountryG006998:13 Ilford station (IFD)
1h56
10:09 Oxford station (OXF)2 changes
Elizabeth lineC37366+Great Western RailwayW348708:36 Ilford station (IFD)
1h42
10:18 Oxford station (OXF)1 change
Elizabeth lineC38518+Great Western RailwayW35066+CrossCountryG008598:43 Ilford station (IFD)
1h55
10:38 Oxford station (OXF)2 changes
Elizabeth lineC38535+Great Western RailwayY154008:58 Ilford station (IFD)
1h45
10:43 Oxford station (OXF)1 change
Elizabeth lineC38554+Great Western RailwayW35112+CrossCountryG007009:13 Ilford station (IFD)
1h57
11:10 Oxford station (OXF)2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Tube from Ilford to Oxford trainsGreat Western Railway, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry, Tube trains will get you between Ilford and Oxford from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Great Western Railway Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£29
Great Western Railway frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£41
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
£41
Elizabeth line frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tube Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Tube Price
£41
Tube frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

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Things to do in Oxford

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  • Must visit

Ashmolean Museum

Oxford’s leading museum of art and archaeology, with Egyptian mummies, classical sculpture and paintings in an elegant university setting.

  • Must visit

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

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Pitt Rivers Museum

A compact museum exploring world cultures through objects from many regions. Thoughtful displays make it a rewarding stop beside the natural history museum.

Pound sterling (£)

Oxford is pricier than many UK cities, with high hotel rates and dining costs, though buses and casual eats are manageable for most visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is usual for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional, such as small change.

Best day trips from Oxford by train

The most popular day trips by train from Oxford are London, Reading, Birmingham, Bath and Bristol. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Oxford on Omio.

A view of London

Day trip from Oxford to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.

How to get from Oxford to London by train?

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 45m.

A view of Reading

Day trip from Oxford to Reading by train

Why visit Reading for the day?

Reading is a busy Thames Valley town known for its music festival, business links and the remains of Reading Abbey. The centre combines modern shopping with riverside paths and a lively food and arts scene.

How to get from Oxford to Reading by train?

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 21m.

A view of Birmingham

Day trip from Oxford to Birmingham by train

Why visit Birmingham for the day?

Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.

How to get from Oxford to Birmingham by train?

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 0m.

A view of Bath

Day trip from Oxford to Bath by train

Why visit Bath for the day?

Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.

How to get from Oxford to Bath by train?

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 47m.

A view of Bristol

Day trip from Oxford to Bristol by train

Why visit Bristol for the day?

Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.

How to get from Oxford to Bristol by train?

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 0m.

FAQs: Ilford to Oxford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilford 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ilford to Oxford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £29, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Ilford to Oxford covers a distance of 94 km and takes approximately 1h 15m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Ilford to Oxford is 94 km.
The first train from Ilford to Oxford leaves at 0:21.
The last train from Ilford to Oxford departs at 23:36.
Trains from Ilford to Oxford run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ilford to Oxford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ilford to Oxford.
There is no night train service from Ilford to Oxford.
The train station in Ilford that goes to Oxford is Ilford station (IFD), and it arrives at Oxford station (OXF).
Booking trains from Ilford to Oxford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ilford to Oxford is not particularly known for being scenic, as it primarily traverses urban and suburban areas before reaching the more picturesque landscapes near Oxford.
Yes, you can take the train from Ilford to Oxford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ilford and Oxford

Most Ilford to Oxford trains use the Ilford to Oxford station pair. Use this guide to compare Ilford and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Ilford
Arrival train stations in Oxford

Which Ilford station do trains to Oxford leave from?

Trains from Ilford to Oxford leave from Ilford. The station is from Ilford city centre at Ilford station, Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DG.
IlfordIlford station, Ilford Hill, Ilford, Greater London, IG1 2DGShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Ilford from Ilford city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement bus services will depart from: High Road, Bus Stop L, for Westbound services Ilford Hill, Bus Stop F, for Eastbound services Click here for map

Ilford train station facilities and services

Ilford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, 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 Ilford.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Ilford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Ilford: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Ilford: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Ilford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category C. This station does not have step-free access. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located At the York Mews station entrance At the Ilford Hill temporary station entrance At the Ilford south station entrance, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

Most popular train connections from Ilford

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