The average train between Lincoln and Oxford takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Lincoln 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 4 hours between Lincoln and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lincoln is at 8:17 PM which arrives into Oxford at 9:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Lincoln station and arriving at Oxford station via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
Lincoln to Oxford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.
Lincoln to Oxford train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Oxford station.
Book your Lincoln to Oxford train tickets online with East Midlands Railways and Cross Country.
The distance between Lincoln and Oxford is 171 km. The road distance is 247 km.
You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Oxford via Derby in around 4h 13m.