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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF)
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF) will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston station (PRE) for Oxford station (OXF) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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 Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 243 km
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£77 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF) trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W10452+C23587 · XC000200 | On time 17:18 Preston station (PRE) | 5h02 | 22:20 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W10478+C23826 · XC000100 | On time 18:17 Preston station (PRE) | 5h03 | 23:20 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 17 November | |||||
| 04:51 Preston station (PRE) | 4h26 | 09:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:18 Preston station (PRE) | 4h50 | 13:08 Oxford station (OXF) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF)
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Trains from Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 13:20. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 243 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 13:20 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston station (PRE) and Oxford station (OXF) from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston station (PRE) to Oxford station (OXF) 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 station (OXF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston station (PRE) and Oxford station (OXF)
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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
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