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Highland Folk Museum
Open-air museum with recreated Highland buildings, costumed interpretation and exhibitions showing life in the Highlands across the centuries.
Cheapest price
£352
Average price
£366
Fastest journey
8 h 46 m
Average duration
9 h 46 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
628 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Aviemore is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Aviemore will cost around £366 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £352.
To travel from Oxford to Aviemore you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Aviemore among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £55, and a train costs an average of £140.
Distance: 628 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£140 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 41m Average total duration 29h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Aviemore trains for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:40 Oxford | 14h58 | 7:38 Aviemore | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:40 Oxford | 16h11 | 9:51 Aviemore | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:09 Oxford | 15h39 | 12:48 Aviemore | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:39 Oxford | 15h52 | 13:31 Aviemore | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
![]() | 6:39 Oxford | 9h47 | 16:26 Aviemore | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:40 Oxford | 10h09 | 17:49 Aviemore | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:14 Oxford | 10h11 | 19:25 Aviemore | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:39 Oxford | 8h46 | 19:25 Aviemore | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:40 Oxford | 10h24 | 22:04 Aviemore | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:39 Oxford | 9h58 | 22:37 Aviemore | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Oxford to Aviemore run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £140 but you can travel from only £55 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 13:34. The fastest train covers the 628 km distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 628 km |
Average train duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £140 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 55m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 13:34 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Aviemore — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aviemore trip today.
Open-air museum with recreated Highland buildings, costumed interpretation and exhibitions showing life in the Highlands across the centuries.
Working steam railway with heritage displays and restored stations. A nostalgic way to explore Strathspey and learn about local rail history.
Small local museum inside Kingussie Library covering Badenoch history, archaeology and everyday life through changing temporary displays.
Lochside pinewood and walking area on Rothiemurchus Estate, known for reflective water, forest trails and one of the area's most memorable views.
Popular mountain plateau reached by funicular area and marked paths. Visit for sweeping Cairngorm scenery, walks and a real sense of altitude.
Wooded hill and national nature reserve above Aviemore with short trails, heather moorland and excellent views over the town and Spey valley.
Smoked haddock poached in milk with potatoes and onions. A Highland favourite linked to Scotland’s fishing heritage and often eaten as a hearty supper.
Venison from the Highlands, usually served as steaks or in casseroles. It is prized locally for its lean meat and strong connection to estate and hill country.
Scotland’s classic savoury pudding of sheep offal, oats, suet and spice. It is a defining national dish widely served around Aviemore.
Well-known café and deli for breakfasts, soups, sandwiches and baking, with an easy-going atmosphere and local following.
Modern Scottish bistro serving seasonal Highland produce in a relaxed setting close to the centre of Aviemore.
Casual wood-fired pizzeria and bar known for lively atmosphere, pizzas and craft drinks in central Aviemore.
Moderate for the Highlands. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transport are similar to other UK tourist towns.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Aviemore 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 Aviemore, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oxford to Aviemore trains use the Oxford to Aviemore station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Aviemore train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Aviemore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Aviemore.
Wi-Fi is available at Aviemore.
Ticket office support is available at Aviemore. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aviemore: Parking, WC.
Available at Aviemore: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviemore: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Level to platform 1 - connecting footbridge with stairs to platform 2 or step-free route via level crossing using the Strathspey Railway entrance at south end of platform Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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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