4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Banbury to Oxford
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Banbury to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banbury to Oxford will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 4 trains that leave Banbury for Oxford on Thu, Dec 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 18 the direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Thu, Dec 18 the slowest trains will take 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Banbury to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banbury to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 35 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€10 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Banbury to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Banbury to Oxford trains for today, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:55 AM Banbury | 0h19 | 10:14 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:42 PM Banbury | 0h26 | 1:08 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:18 PM Banbury | 0h22 | 1:40 PM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 18 | |||||
| 7:35 AM Banbury | 0h28 | 8:03 AM Oxford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Banbury to Oxford
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Trains from Banbury to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 18m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Banbury to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Banbury and Oxford from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Banbury to Oxford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banbury to Oxford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Banbury, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Oxford, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Banbury to Oxford
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:35 - 19:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent
- Car Park: There are three car parks at Banbury Station: the Multi-Storey Car Park, the Main Car Park, and the Approach Road Car Park. Prices are the same at all three car parks.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 00:15 Saturday 05:00 - 00:15 Sunday 08:00 - 00:20
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near station entrance next to taxi rank and on entry to the multi storey car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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