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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Oxford
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Oxford will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Oxford every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.
9:241h50Milton Keynes11:14Oxford£391One-way0 changes
7:082h09Milton Keynes9:17Oxford£471One-way0 changes- 9:082h06Milton Keynes11:14Oxford£761One-way0 changes
- 6:171h57Milton Keynes8:14Oxford£771One-way0 changes
- 8:082h06Milton Keynes10:14Oxford£781One-way0 changes
- 9:241h50Milton Keynes11:14Oxford£391One-way0 changes
- 6:171h57Milton Keynes8:14Oxford£771One-way0 changes
- 9:082h06Milton Keynes11:14Oxford£761One-way0 changes
- 8:082h06Milton Keynes10:14Oxford£781One-way0 changes
- 7:082h09Milton Keynes9:17Oxford£471One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Milton Keynes to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach 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 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 47 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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
Milton Keynes to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Oxford trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W33819+ Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+ Y15414 | Delayed 5:29 6:27Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h15 | 8:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| C17911+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+Y15417 | On time 6:30 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h13 | 9:43 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| Y80775 · W88156+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+W34865 | On time 6:32 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h46 | 9:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
| W34019+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+W34865 | On time 6:59 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h19 | 9:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W34019+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+G00739+G14936 | On time 6:59 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h14 | 9:13 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
| Y80800+G01003 | On time 8:08 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h09 | 10:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| W34205+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+Y15399 | On time 8:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h26 | 10:43 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| C17880+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+G00701+W34618 | On time 8:49 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h21 | 11:10 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
| Y80809+G01005 | On time 9:08 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h06 | 11:14 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| W70313+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+W34894 | On time 12:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h16 | 15:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W70313+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+G00716+G14963 | On time 12:00 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h11 | 15:11 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
| Y80843+G01018 | On time 12:08 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h07 | 14:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| W34233+W70313+Tube from Harrow & Wealdstone to London Paddington+W34894 | On time 12:17 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h59 | 15:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
| W34182+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+Y15423 | On time 12:29 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 2h14 | 14:43 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Milton Keynes to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Milton Keynes to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes and Oxford
Most Milton Keynes to Oxford trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milton Keynes station do trains to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services
Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Which Oxford station do trains from Milton Keynes 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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