The average train between Essex and Oxford takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 2h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex 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 Essex and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Oxford at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Essex 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 Essex to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Oxford station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Essex to Oxford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Oxford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Oxford station.
Book your Essex to Oxford train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Essex and Oxford is 126.8 km. The road distance is 175 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Oxford via Stratford and London Paddington in around 2h 27m.