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Lion Salt Works
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Winsford
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 24 Sept
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£-0.01
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
2 h 40 m
Trains on 24 Sept
5
Distance
181 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Winsford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast trains
To travel from Oxford to Winsford you need to make at least one change.
7:102h29Oxford9:39WinsfordFind prices1 change- 7:402h59Oxford10:39WinsfordFind prices1 change
- 9:142h25Oxford11:39WinsfordFind prices1 change
- 9:393h00Oxford12:39WinsfordFind prices1 change
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Travel Information
Compare train for Oxford to Winsford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Winsford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, while a train costs an average of £102.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£102 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Oxford to Winsford is a coach with an average price of £21.
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Winsford:
A coach is £81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Winsford costing on average £102.
The fastest way to travel from Oxford to Winsford is by train with an average journey time of 2h 15m.
Other travel options to Winsford take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 13m.
Yes, you can take a train between Oxford and Winsford.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (2h 15m by train vs 2h 49m by car). Tickets start at around £102 compared to roughly £37 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Oxford to Winsford train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Winsford trains for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:10 Oxford | 2h29 | 9:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 7:40 Oxford | 2h59 | 10:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 9:14 Oxford | 2h25 | 11:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 9:39 Oxford | 3h00 | 12:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 11:12 Oxford | 2h27 | 13:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 12:11 Oxford | 2h28 | 14:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 12:39 Oxford | 3h00 | 15:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 13:39 Oxford | 3h01 | 16:40 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 15:12 Oxford | 2h27 | 17:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 16:10 Oxford | 2h29 | 18:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 16:40 Oxford | 2h59 | 19:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 18:11 Oxford | 2h28 | 20:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 18:39 Oxford | 3h00 | 21:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 19:40 Oxford | 2h59 | 22:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
| 21:39 Oxford | 9h00 | 6:39 Winsford | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Winsford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Oxford to Winsford run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:09, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 7:09 |
Last train 19:40 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £16
Train companies: CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains from Oxford to Winsford trainsCrossCountry, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Oxford and Winsford from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£100
CrossCountry frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest West Midlands Trains Price
£100
West Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Winsford
Things to do in Winsford
Discover the best of Winsford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Winsford trip today.
- Recommended
Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse
Local history museum in nearby Northwich with changing displays on the town, archaeology and everyday life. Good for understanding the wider area around Winsford.
Nantwich Museum
Museum and former workhouse presenting social history, local collections and temporary exhibitions. A worthwhile heritage stop within easy reach of Winsford.
- Recommended
Wharton Park
Popular green space with boating lake, play areas, walks and open lawns. Ideal for a relaxed stroll or family break close to the town centre.
- Recommended
Weaver Valley Park
Long linear country park following former transport routes and the River Weaver. Good for walking, cycling and seeing the landscape that shaped Winsford.
- Recommended
Winsford Flashes
Attractive riverside and woodland walks around flashes formed by historic subsidence. A local favourite for birdwatching, scenery and peaceful waterside views.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Cheshire Cheese
Cheshire cheese is a crumbly, tangy cow’s milk cheese long made in the county. It is one of England’s oldest named cheeses and a classic local staple.
- Vegetarian
Cheshire Apple Pie
Cheshire apple pie uses local apples in a gently spiced filling beneath pastry. It reflects the county’s orchard heritage and traditional home baking.
- Vegetarian
Eccles Cake
Eccles cakes are flaky pastries filled with currants, butter and sugar. Popular across North West England, they are a familiar regional teatime treat.
Efes Turkish Cuisine
Established Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and generous mains in a smart but welcoming atmosphere.
Chilli Hut
Popular Indian restaurant known for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed modern setting suitable for casual dinners.
The Wharton Park
Well-known pub restaurant by the water offering British comfort food, beers and a family-friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Meals and coffee are fairly priced, local transport is manageable, and accommodation is usually cheaper than in major UK tourist cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and small change is fine in cafés.
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To the city centre
Winsford Railway Station -> Winsford Cross Shopping Centre, Winsford
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Buy bus tickets from the driver with cash or contactless card where offered by the operator. Cheshire West and Chester Council also points passengers to the Stagecoach bus app for some services.
- Use Itravelsmart for official local journey planning, live public transport information and nearby stops. Winsford rail and bus links can change during local service trials.
FAQs: Oxford to Winsford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Winsford 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 Winsford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Oxford to Winsford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £100, while the average price tends to be around £102.
The train journey from Oxford to Winsford covers a distance of 181 km and takes approximately 2h 10m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Oxford to Winsford is 181 km.
The first train from Oxford to Winsford leaves at 7:09.
The last train from Oxford to Winsford departs at 19:40.
Trains from Oxford to Winsford run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Oxford to Winsford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Oxford to Winsford.
There is no night train service from Oxford to Winsford.
The train station in Oxford that goes to Winsford is Oxford station (OXF), and it arrives at Winsford station (WSF).
The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Winsford is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Oxford to Winsford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Oxford to Winsford offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, including views of the countryside and small towns, providing a moderately scenic experience.
Yes, you can take the train from Oxford to Winsford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oxford and Winsford
Most Oxford to Winsford trains use the Oxford to Winsford station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Winsford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Oxford
Arrival train stations in Winsford
Which Oxford station do trains to Winsford leave from?
Trains from Oxford to Winsford leave from Oxford. The station is 1 km from Oxford city centre at Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS.
OxfordOxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
BusS1, Ns1 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~12 min
5, 3, 3A, 400, N3, N400 · 9m · £2 · every ~66 min
X1, X15, 600 · 9m · £2 · every ~14 min
X20, 120 · 10m · every ~10 min
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.
Which Winsford station do trains from Oxford arrive at?
Trains from Oxford to Winsford arrive at Winsford. Winsford is 2 km from Winsford city centre.
WinsfordWinsford station, Station Road, Winsford, Cheshire, CW7 3NF+44 845 604 0500
City-centre transport
Getting to Winsford from Winsford city centre
Winsford is 1 km from Winsford city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus37 · 5m · every ~5 min
Winsford train station facilities and services
Winsford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Winsford. 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Winsford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Winsford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Winsford: 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 not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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