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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Bicester
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £123
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £125
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 2 h 23 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 2 h 24 m
- Trains on 02 Nov
- 19
- Distance
- 166 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Bicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Bicester will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £123.
Fast trains
To travel from Sheffield to Bicester you need to make at least one change.
6:54 2h34 Sheffield 9:28 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change7:56 2h25 Sheffield 10:21 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change8:56 2h24 Sheffield 11:20 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change10:56 2h24 Sheffield 13:20 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change12:56 2h23 Sheffield 15:19 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change
12:56 2h23 Sheffield 15:19 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change8:56 2h24 Sheffield 11:20 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change10:56 2h24 Sheffield 13:20 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change16:56 2h24 Sheffield 19:20 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change19:56 2h24 Sheffield 22:20 Bicester £123 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Bicester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Bicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 21:27. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 5m.
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 £15
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 4:39 |
Last train 21:27 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 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 £15
Frequently asked questions about your Sheffield to Bicester trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Sheffield to Bicester.
The cost of a train ticket from Sheffield to Bicester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £44, while the average price tends to be around £87.
The train journey from Sheffield to Bicester covers a distance of 166 km and takes approximately 2h 5m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Sheffield to Bicester is 166 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Bicester leaves at 4:39.
The last train from Sheffield to Bicester departs at 21:27.
Trains from Sheffield to Bicester run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Sheffield to Bicester.
Live departures
Sheffield to Bicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Bicester trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:54 Sheffield | 2h34 | 9:28 Bicester | 1 change | |
| 7:18 Sheffield | 2h32 | 9:50 Bicester | 1 change | |
| 7:56 Sheffield | 2h25 | 10:21 Bicester | 1 change | |
| 8:23 Sheffield | 2h29 | 10:52 Bicester | 1 change | |
| 8:56 Sheffield | 2h24 | 11:20 Bicester | 1 change | |
| 10:26 Sheffield | 2h27 | 12:53 Bicester | 1 change | |
| 10:56 Sheffield | 2h24 | 13:20 Bicester | 1 change | |
| 12:24 Sheffield | 2h26 | 14:50 Bicester | 1 change | |
| 12:56 Sheffield | 2h23 | 15:19 Bicester | 1 change | |
| 14:24 Sheffield | 2h27 | 16:51 Bicester | 1 change | |
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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 5m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£44
CrossCountry frequency
3 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
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£60
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the 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
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
London North Eastern Railway
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
3h 32m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
£84
London North Eastern Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom. Check the different ticket types for your next journey: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Chiltern Railways Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Chiltern Railways Price
£49
Chiltern Railways frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
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
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sheffield and Bicester
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Sheffield to Bicester.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Bicester.
Complete guide to Bicester
Things to do in Bicester
Discover the best of Bicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bicester trip today.
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Bicester Heritage
An aviation heritage site with exhibitions, collections and open events celebrating RAF Bicester and historic motoring buildings.
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Waddesdon Manor Exhibitions
A nearby art venue showing contemporary exhibitions in a historic house, set within landscaped grounds at Waddesdon.
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Bicester Village
A designer shopping village with landscaped streets and frequent events, popular for browsing and people-watching.
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Garth Park
A green open space for walks, sport and relaxed local atmosphere, close to the town centre and easy to combine with sightseeing.
Market Square
Bicester's traditional market square area, useful for a stroll among independent shops, civic buildings and town-centre activity.
Oxfordshire Sausage
A classic Oxfordshire sausage made with pork and herbs. It is a nearby county speciality often found in Bicester pubs and reflects local butchery traditions.
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Banbury Cake
A rich fruit cake from nearby Banbury, filled with currants and spice. It is a traditional Oxfordshire treat long linked with the wider region around Bicester.
- Vegetarian
Oxford Saffron Buns
A yeasted bun flavoured with saffron and dried fruit. Popular across Oxfordshire, it is a historic tea-time bake tied to local home baking traditions.
Anatolia
Popular independent Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a smart casual setting.
Cecconi's Bicester Village
Stylish restaurant in Bicester Village serving modern Italian dishes, pasta and seafood in an elegant but relaxed setting.
The Angel
Well-known town centre pub and restaurant with British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a historic coaching inn atmosphere.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England: chain hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but good value options exist. Rail to Oxford or London can add noticeable cost.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, tip about 10%. Taxis are usually rounded up or 10%. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £5.50
To the city centre
Bicester Village station -> Pioneer Square, Bicester
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Bicester Village station is about a 5–10 minute walk from Pioneer Square in the town centre.
- Chiltern Railways runs a shuttle bus between Bicester Village and Bicester North; check with the operator if your rail ticket includes it.
Plan your visit to Bicester
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bicester.
The train journey from Sheffield to Bicester offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with stretches through the picturesque countryside of the East Midlands, providing a pleasant and varied visual experience.
FAQs: Sheffield to Bicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield to Bicester 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 Bicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Bicester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Bicester.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Bicester
Most Sheffield to Bicester trains use the Sheffield to Bicester North station pair, with some services arriving at Bicester Village. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Bicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Bicester
Which Sheffield station do trains to Bicester leave from?
Trains from Sheffield to Bicester leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Bicester station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
Trains from Sheffield to Bicester most often arrive at Bicester North. Some services arrive at Bicester Village, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Bicester arrival station.
Bicester NorthBicester North station, Chiltern Approach, Buckingham Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6EF+44 3456005165
City-centre transport
Getting to Bicester North from Bicester city centre
BusS5, Ns5 · 3m · £2 · every ~11 min
Ox5 · 13m · £2
Bicester North train station facilities and services
Bicester North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bicester North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bicester North. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bicester North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bicester North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Bicester VillageBicester Village station, Station Approach,, off London Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6HU+44 3456005165
City-centre transport
Getting to Bicester Village from Bicester city centre
Bus108 · 2m · £2
Bicester Village train station facilities and services
Bicester Village has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bicester Village.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester Village.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bicester Village.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bicester Village: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bicester Village: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester Village: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. There is step free access to all platforms, 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: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Train stations for Sheffield to Bicester
Check train stations information for Sheffield and Bicester, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Bicester is Sheffield, and it arrives at Bicester North.
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