4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Oxford
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Oxford will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 6 trains that leave Sheffield for Oxford 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 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.
G0118010:262h13Sheffield station (SHF)12:39Oxford station (OXF)£531One-way0 changes- W299258:232h15Sheffield station (SHF)10:38Oxford station (OXF)£531One-way0 changes
- G01140 · G011788:562h44Sheffield station (SHF)11:40Oxford station (OXF)£671One-way1 change
C21654+G01107 · G0101811:003h15Sheffield station (SHF)14:15Oxford station (OXF)£901One-way2 changes- W29868 · G0101810:563h19Sheffield station (SHF)14:15Oxford station (OXF)£901One-way1 change
- G0118010:262h13Sheffield station (SHF)12:39Oxford station (OXF)£531One-way0 changes
- W299258:232h15Sheffield station (SHF)10:38Oxford station (OXF)£531One-way0 changes
- G01140 · G011788:562h44Sheffield station (SHF)11:40Oxford station (OXF)£671One-way1 change
- C21663+G01101 · G010099:003h14Sheffield station (SHF)12:14Oxford station (OXF)£1261One-way2 changes
- C21654+G01107 · G0101811:003h15Sheffield station (SHF)14:15Oxford station (OXF)£901One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 182 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£67 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sheffield to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29925 | 8:23 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h15 | 10:38 Oxford station (OXF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G01140 · G01178 | 8:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h44 | 11:40 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| C21663+G01101 · G01009 | 9:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h14 | 12:14 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| G01180 | 10:26 Sheffield station (SHF) | 2h13 | 12:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W29868 · G01018 | 10:56 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h19 | 14:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| C21654+G01107 · G01018 | 11:00 Sheffield station (SHF) | 3h15 | 14:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Oxford
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Trains from Sheffield to Oxford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 182 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 182 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:26 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Oxford from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sheffield and Oxford
Most Sheffield to Oxford trains use the Sheffield to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Oxford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Oxford leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
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.
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Oxford station do trains from Sheffield arrive at?
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 Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: 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.
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