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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£151
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
37
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 £151 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 37 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.
G0093421:092h46Oxford station (OXF)23:55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£421One-way0 changes- G0091820:392h51Oxford station (OXF)23:30Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£471One-way0 changes
- G00739 · G008549:142h45Oxford station (OXF)11:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£601One-way1 change
- G00710 · G0087213:112h48Oxford station (OXF)15:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£601One-way1 change
L37717+
Tube from London Marylebone to London Euston+
W342699:494h30Oxford station (OXF)14:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£841One-way2 changes
- G00738 · G667167:152h44Oxford station (OXF)9:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1271One-way1 change
- G00739 · G008549:142h45Oxford station (OXF)11:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£601One-way1 change
- G0093421:092h46Oxford station (OXF)23:55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£421One-way0 changes
- G00701 · G6673511:122h47Oxford station (OXF)13:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1131One-way1 change
- G00698 · G6673010:122h47Oxford station (OXF)12:59Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)£1131One-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 £13. 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 £13, and a flight costs an average of £52.
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 tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G00847 | 6:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 9:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
G00847+ W11275+W34070 | 6:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h40 | 10:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| 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 | |
| G00849+W11279+W34038 | 7:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h40 | 11:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| 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 | |
| L37717+W34269+Tube from London Marylebone to London Euston | 9:49 Oxford station (OXF) | 4h30 | 14:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| 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 | |
| G00866+W11320+W34280 | 12:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h40 | 16:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| 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 | |
| G00875+W11326+W33951 | 13:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h44 | 17:23 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00879 | 14:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 17:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00879+W11333+W34203 | 14:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h40 | 18:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| 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 | |
| G00887+W11338+W34075 | 15:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h40 | 19:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00718 · G00888 | 16:11 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h48 | 18:59 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00891 | 16:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 19:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00891+W11345+W34193 | 16:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h40 | 20:19 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00895 | 17:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 20:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00726 · G00901 | 18:11 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h18 | 21:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00901 | 18:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h50 | 21:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00901+W11357+W33920 | 18:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h45 | 22:24 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00733 · G00912 | 19:11 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h19 | 22:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 change | |
| G00912 | 19:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h51 | 22:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00912+W11363+W33967 | 19:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3h07 | 22:46 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00918 | 20:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h51 | 23:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00918+W11368+W34098 | 20:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 4h00 | 0:39 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 changes | |
| G00934 | 21:09 Oxford station (OXF) | 2h46 | 23:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
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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 £16 but you can travel from only £13 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 £16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 21:09 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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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 £13. 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)
Most Oxford station (OXF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Oxford to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford station (OXF) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly 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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
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