The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 25 trains that leave Oxford station (OXF) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
G0093421:093h04Oxford station (OXF)0:13Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£171One-way0 changes
G00739 · G008549:142h45Oxford station (OXF)11:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£301One-way1 change
G008518:402h49Oxford station (OXF)11:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£301One-way0 changes
G008476:392h50Oxford station (OXF)9:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£321One-way0 changes
G008497:392h50Oxford station (OXF)10:29Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£321One-way0 changes
G00738 · G667167:152h44Oxford station (OXF)9:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£401One-way1 change
G00739 · G008549:142h45Oxford station (OXF)11:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£301One-way1 change
G00716 · G0088315:122h47Oxford station (OXF)17:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1131One-way1 change
G00701 · G6673511:122h47Oxford station (OXF)13:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£481One-way1 change
G00698 · G6673010:122h47Oxford station (OXF)12:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 202 km
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Live departures
Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00887 | Delayed 14:44 15:39Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 18:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00891 | On time 16:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 19:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00895 | On time 17:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 20:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00901 | On time 18:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 21:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00912 | On time 19:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h51 | 22:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00918 | On time 20:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h51 | 23:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00934 | On time 21:09 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h04 | 0:13 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 5 June | |||||
W34021+ L37389+ W11271+ C01007 | 5:20 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h59 | 9:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3 changes | |
G00847 | 6:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 9:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00738 · G66716 | 7:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h44 | 9:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00849 | 7:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 10:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00851 | 8:40 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h49 | 11:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00739 · G00854 | 9:14 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h45 | 11:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00855 | 9:40 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h49 | 12:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00698 · G66730 | 10:12 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h47 | 12:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00858 | 10:41 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h48 | 13:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00701 · G66735 | 11:12 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h47 | 13:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00861 | 11:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 14:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00706 · G00865 | 12:11 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h48 | 14:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00866 | 12:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 15:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00710 · G00872 | 13:11 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h48 | 15:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00875 | 13:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 16:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00879 | 14:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 17:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00716 · G00883 | 15:12 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h47 | 17:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
G00887 | 15:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 18:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 21:09 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford station (OXF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Oxford station (OXF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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