The average train between Rochdale and Oxford takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. There is a train service every few hours from Rochdale 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 hourly between Rochdale and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:20 PM which arrives into Oxford at 8:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochdale to Oxford? 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 Rochdale to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Oxford station via Oxford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Rochdale to Oxford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Oxford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oxford station.
Book your Rochdale to Oxford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Cross Country.
The distance between Rochdale and Oxford is 216.1 km. The road distance is 263 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxford hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 49m.