The average train between Oxford and Craven Arms takes 3h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford to Craven Arms. 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 Oxford and Craven Arms. The earliest departure is at 7:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Craven Arms at 4:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 58m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oxford to Craven Arms? 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 Oxford to Craven Arms. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Craven Arms station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.
Oxford to Craven Arms train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Craven Arms train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Oxford to Craven Arms train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Oxford and Craven Arms is 132.2 km. The road distance is 214 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Craven Arms via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 3h 18m.