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The average train between Oxford and Bolton takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford to Bolton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 24m
Duration
163 mi
Distance
£84
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Oxford to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Oxford and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited8h 12m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 13m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Oxford to Bolton? 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.

Map of how to get from Oxford to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 163.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Bolton, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 49m.

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