The average train between Burnley and Oxford takes 5h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 29m. There is a train service every few hours from Burnley to Oxford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Burnley and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Burnley is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Oxford at 10:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 5h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Burnley to Oxford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Burnley station and arriving at Oxford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.
Burnley to Oxford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Burnley to Oxford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oxford station.
Book your Burnley to Oxford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Burnley and Oxford is 236.2 km. The road distance is 316 km.
You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Oxford via Preston and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 49m.