The average train between Gretna and Oxford takes 6h 13m and the fastest train takes 5h. There is a train service every few hours from Gretna 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 every 2 hours between Gretna and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gretna is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Oxford at 3:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 6h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Gretna 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 Gretna to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Gretna station and arriving at Oxford station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.
Gretna to Oxford train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carlisle station.
Gretna to Oxford train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Oxford station.
Book your Gretna to Oxford train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Gretna and Oxford is 380.1 km. The road distance is 439 km.
You can take a train from Gretna Green to Oxford via Carlisle and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 47m.