The average train between Oxford and Irvine takes 7h 19m and the fastest train takes 6h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Oxford to Irvine. 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 Oxford and Irvine. The earliest departure is at 7:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Irvine at 10:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 7h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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6h 23m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Oxford to Irvine? 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 Irvine. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Irvine station via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.
Oxford to Irvine train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Irvine train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Irvine station.
Book your Oxford to Irvine train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail.
The distance between Oxford and Irvine is 484.6 km. The road distance is 633 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Irvine via Stafford and Glasgow Central in around 7h 13m.