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Bicester Museum
A volunteer-run local museum presenting Bicester's social, military and market-town history through changing displays.
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bicester will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Bicester 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 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 190 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £127 Average Price |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bicester trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G01039+ L37381 | On time 18:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h59 | 21:24 Bicester North (BCS) | 1 change | |
G01042+ L37543 | On time 19:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h55 | 22:20 Bicester North (BCS) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
![]() | 9:34 Manchester | 3h17 | 12:51 Bicester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:34 Manchester | 3h17 | 13:51 Bicester | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Manchester to Bicester run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 21:54 |
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Discover the best of Bicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bicester trip today.
A volunteer-run local museum presenting Bicester's social, military and market-town history through changing displays.
An aviation heritage site with exhibitions, collections and open events celebrating RAF Bicester and historic motoring buildings.
A nearby art venue showing contemporary exhibitions in a historic house, set within landscaped grounds at Waddesdon.
A designer shopping village with landscaped streets and frequent events, popular for browsing and people-watching.
A green open space for walks, sport and relaxed local atmosphere, close to the town centre and easy to combine with sightseeing.
Bicester's traditional market square area, useful for a stroll among independent shops, civic buildings and town-centre activity.
A classic Oxfordshire sausage made with pork and herbs. It is a nearby county speciality often found in Bicester pubs and reflects local butchery traditions.
A rich fruit cake from nearby Banbury, filled with currants and spice. It is a traditional Oxfordshire treat long linked with the wider region around Bicester.
A yeasted bun flavoured with saffron and dried fruit. Popular across Oxfordshire, it is a historic tea-time bake tied to local home baking traditions.
Popular independent Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a smart casual setting.
Stylish restaurant in Bicester Village serving modern Italian dishes, pasta and seafood in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Well-known town centre pub and restaurant with British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a historic coaching inn atmosphere.
Moderate for England: chain hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but good value options exist. Rail to Oxford or London can add noticeable cost.
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, tip about 10%. Taxis are usually rounded up or 10%. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Bicester Village station -> Pioneer Square, Bicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bicester 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 Bicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Bicester trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Bicester North station pair, with some services arriving at Bicester Village. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Bicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bicester North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bicester North.
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester North.
Ticket office support is available at Bicester North. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bicester North: Parking, WC.
Available at Bicester North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Bicester Village has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bicester Village.
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester Village.
Ticket office support is available at Bicester Village.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bicester Village: Parking, WC.
Available at Bicester Village: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester Village: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. There is step free access to all platforms, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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