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The cheapest and fastest trains from Royston to Oxford
Showing times and prices for 19 Mar
Cheapest price
£95
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
91 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Royston to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Royston to Oxford will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £95.
Fast trains
To travel from Royston to Oxford you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:372h07
Royston07:44Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
06:072h36
Royston08:43Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
07:072h12
Royston09:19Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
08:072h10
Royston10:17Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
08:372h06
Royston10:43Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
10:372h05
Royston12:42Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
11:372h05
Royston13:42Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
13:372h05
Royston15:42Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
08:372h06
Royston10:43Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
09:372h06
Royston11:43Oxford
£951One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Royston to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Royston to Oxford trains for today, Wednesday 18 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 03:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:07 Royston | 2h36 | 08:43 Oxford | 2 changes | |
| 07:07 Royston | 2h12 | 09:19 Oxford | 2 changes | |
| 08:07 Royston | 2h10 | 10:17 Oxford | 2 changes | |
| 08:37 Royston | 2h06 | 10:43 Oxford | 2 changes | |
| 09:07 Royston | 2h11 | 11:18 Oxford | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Royston to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Royston to Oxford and enjoy the approximately 91 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 20:33.
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
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Trains per day 5 |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 20:33 |
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
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Royston to Oxford trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Royston and Oxford. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
£81
Great Western Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Royston to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royston to Oxford 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Royston to Oxford is 91 km.
The first train from Royston to Oxford leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Royston to Oxford departs at 20:33.
Trains from Royston to Oxford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Royston to Oxford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Royston to Oxford.
To travel from Royston to Oxford, you can take a .
There is no night train service from Royston to Oxford.
The train station in Royston that goes to Oxford is Royston station (RYS), and it arrives at Oxford station (OXF).
Booking trains from Royston to Oxford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Royston to Oxford, passing through regions like the Chiltern Hills and countryside near Hertfordshire, offers pleasant rural views, though it may not be considered exceptionally scenic compared to more renowned routes.
In Oxford, you can visit the University of Oxford to explore its historic colleges and libraries. Tour the Ashmolean Museum to discover an extensive collection of art and archaeology. Enjoy the diverse plant collections at the Oxford Botanic Garden, the oldest in the UK. Explore the Covered Market to browse local shops and eateries. Climb the Carfax Tower for panoramic views of the city. Don't miss the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church College for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
To fully experience Oxford, including its historic university, museums, and picturesque streets, a 2 to 3-day visit is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Royston to Oxford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Royston and Oxford
Royston
Oxford
The major train station for departures in Royston is Royston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Royston for your trip from Royston to Oxford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 09:15 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent in Booking Hall
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 station entrance and car park / Platform 2 car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
The major train station for arrivals in Oxford is Oxford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford for your journey to Oxford from Royston.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oxford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
Distance to city center
5 kmAccessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Oxford Parkway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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