The average train between Sale and Oxford takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Sale 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 every 4 hours between Sale and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 12:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Sale is at 7:47 PM which arrives into Oxford at 11:13 PM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

7h 27m • 1 change
3h 29m • 1 change
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3h 27m • 1 change
3h 28m • 1 change
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8h 14m • 1 change
3h 30m • 1 change
3h 27m • 1 change
3h 26m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Sale 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 Sale to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Sale station and arriving at Oxford station via Oxford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Sale to Oxford train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Sale to Oxford train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Oxford station.
The distance between Sale and Oxford is 199.5 km. The road distance is 254 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxford hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 48m.