The average train between Oxford and Essex takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford to Essex. 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 Oxford and Essex. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Oxford is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Oxford to Essex? 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 Essex. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Essex station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Oxford to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Oxford to Essex train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Oxford and Essex is 126.8 km. The road distance is 175 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 2h 57m.