4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Oxford
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Oxford will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 4 trains that leave Northampton for Oxford every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Northampton to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. 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 £22, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 61 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 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
Northampton to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Oxford trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W05672+C72476 | On time 09:40 Northampton station (NMP) | 1h36 | 11:16 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| W05685+C72479 | On time 10:40 Northampton station (NMP) | 1h34 | 12:14 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| W05697+C72481 | On time 11:40 Northampton station (NMP) | 1h34 | 13:14 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| W05709+C72484 | On time 12:40 Northampton station (NMP) | 1h34 | 14:14 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| W05721+C72487 | On time 13:40 Northampton station (NMP) | 1h35 | 15:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| 06:50 Northampton | 3h25 | 10:15 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:26 Northampton | 3h12 | 11:38 Oxford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Northampton to Oxford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:46, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 03:46 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Oxford from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Northampton to Oxford: Journey Details
The first rail service of the morning from Northampton to Oxford leaves very early. Departures then continue throughout the day until late at night. Intervals between trains vary, but for much of the day there is one train an hour. Most services are run by Cross Country trains and include one change at Coventry. However, First Great Western, Virgin Trains and London Midland also operate some trains from Northampton to Oxford, which may involve changes in London. Journey times are typically between 1 hour 35 minutes and 1 hour 50 minutes, but there are longer changes for services departing late at night. Fewer trains depart on Sundays.
Where do trains from Northampton to Oxford depart from and arrive at?
All trains from Northampton to Oxford depart from Northampton train station. It is located in Black Lion Hill, around 15 minutes' walk from the town centre. The station has a large car park, and there are also other alternative nearby parking facilities. Frequent buses run to the station from other areas of the town, and it is also served by local taxis.
The train from Northampton to Oxford arrives at Oxford railway station, located about 1 mile from the city centre, within easy walking distance of the main attractions. Frequent buses are also available until late at night, and a taxi rank is available at the station.
FAQs: Northampton to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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 Northampton and Oxford
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WC
Hotel
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Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- 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
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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