What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Oxfordshire?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Oxfordshire is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Oxfordshire?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Oxfordshire is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Oxfordshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Oxfordshire. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Bramley Close via Birmingham Coach Station and Magdalen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Oxfordshire?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Oxfordshire. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Islip via Oxford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Manchester to Oxfordshire?

The distance between Manchester and Oxfordshire is 159 miles. The road distance is 145.2 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Oxfordshire without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Oxfordshire without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Oxfordshire?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Manchester to Oxfordshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Oxfordshire bus from?

Manchester to Oxfordshire bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Oxfordshire train from?

Manchester to Oxfordshire train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Oxfordshire?

The best way to get from Manchester to Oxfordshire is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Manchester to Oxfordshire bus arrive?

Manchester to Oxfordshire bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Oxfordshire train arrive?

Manchester to Oxfordshire train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oxford station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Oxfordshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Oxfordshire is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Manchester to Oxfordshire.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Oxfordshire?

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Where can I stay near Oxfordshire?

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Manchester to Oxfordshire - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Oxfordshire by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxfordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 58m
£85–121
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Banburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Churchill Roadbus S4 / ...
4h 49m
£31–55
Drive 144.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Oxfordshirecar 144.3 mi
2h 45m
£36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus 160
5h 28m
£31–72

Manchester to Oxfordshire by train

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Oxfordshire, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxford hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bramley Close via Birmingham Coach Station, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Magdalen Street in around 5h 28m.

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