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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to London

Showing times and prices for May 16

Cheapest price

€37

Average price

€45

Fastest journey

48 m

Average duration

51 m

Trains per day

101

Distance

83 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to London will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.

Fast trains

Of the 101 trains that leave Oxford for London on Sat, May 16, 71 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .

On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 52 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.

  • Great Western RailwayP22861
    12:10 AM1h13
    Oxford station (OXF)
    1:23 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €371One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayL23109
    9:58 PM1h14
    Oxford station (OXF)
    11:12 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €371One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayL23228
    10:37 PM1h01
    Oxford station (OXF)
    11:38 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €371One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayL23213
    7:31 AM0h54
    Oxford station (OXF)
    8:25 AMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €371One-way
    0 transfers
  • Great Western RailwayL23100
    2:58 PM0h54
    Oxford station (OXF)
    3:52 PMLondon Paddington (PAD)
    €411One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Oxford to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €11.

Distance: 83 km

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Bus

€28

Average price

€23

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Cheapest

1h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 19m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 7m

Average total duration

1h 37m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Oxford to London train times

The table below shows live departures for Oxford to London trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
CrossCountryC75170+Great Western RailwayP22813
On time
6:17 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h59
7:16 PM London Paddington (PAD)		1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC91110
On time
6:21 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h18
7:39 PM London Marylebone (MYB)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP22854
On time
6:27 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h02
7:29 PM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC75204+Great Western RailwayP29666
On time
6:41 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h56
7:37 PM London Paddington (PAD)		1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC91113
On time
6:49 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
8:14 PM London Marylebone (MYB)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP22855
On time
7:01 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h52
7:53 PM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72499+Great Western RailwayP22815
Delayed
6:26 PM 7:16 PMOxford station (OXF)
0h58
8:14 PM London Paddington (PAD)		1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC91116
On time
7:19 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h24
8:43 PM London Marylebone (MYB)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP22856
On time
7:30 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h59
8:29 PM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC91119
On time
7:51 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h22
9:13 PM London Marylebone (MYB)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP306298:08 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h51
8:59 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72508+Great Western RailwayP22613
On time
8:19 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h05
9:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)		1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC91124
On time
8:19 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
9:47 PM London Marylebone (MYB)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP22857
On time
8:36 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h52
9:28 PM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC91129
On time
8:49 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h21
10:10 PM London Marylebone (MYB)		0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP22701
On time
9:02 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h52
9:54 PM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72504+Great Western RailwayP22817
On time
9:16 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h53
10:09 PM London Paddington (PAD)		1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC911319:19 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h26
10:45 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP22858
On time
9:32 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h52
10:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC911349:49 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h21
11:10 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP22702
On time
10:01 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h53
10:54 PM London Paddington (PAD)		0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC75172+Great Western RailwayP22818
On time
10:15 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h56
11:11 PM London Paddington (PAD)		1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC9113810:19 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h20
11:39 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Saturday, May 16
Great Western RailwayP2286112:10 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h13
1:23 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL230875:50 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h54
6:44 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP32657 · L231736:05 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h09
7:14 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC910336:10 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h26
7:36 AM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL230886:30 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h52
7:22 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC910366:45 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
8:10 AM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL230896:58 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h58
7:56 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC910397:12 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
8:40 AM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL232137:31 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h54
8:25 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC910447:45 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
9:10 AM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL230907:58 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h56
8:54 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL23375 · L230168:01 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h09
9:10 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC910498:15 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
9:40 AM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72467+Great Western RailwayL231768:18 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h56
9:14 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL232148:32 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h51
9:23 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC910518:45 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
10:10 AM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL230928:57 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h57
9:54 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL23376 · L230179:03 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h04
10:07 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC910549:14 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h26
10:40 AM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72469+Great Western RailwayL231789:16 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h57
10:13 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL232159:32 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h55
10:27 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC75462+Great Western RailwayL230189:43 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h56
10:39 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC910579:45 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h29
11:14 AM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL232299:48 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h54
10:42 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL2309310:00 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h56
10:56 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC9106210:15 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h24
11:39 AM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72473+Great Western RailwayL2318010:19 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h55
11:14 AM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL2321610:32 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h51
11:23 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC9106510:45 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h35
12:20 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL2309410:59 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h55
11:54 AM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC9106611:15 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
12:42 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72476+Great Western RailwayL2318211:18 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h55
12:13 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL2321711:32 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h51
12:23 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC74857+Great Western RailwayP2969411:43 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h09
12:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC9106911:45 AM Oxford station (OXF)
1h29
1:14 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL2309511:59 AM Oxford station (OXF)
0h57
12:56 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC9107212:15 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
1:42 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72479+Great Western RailwayP2963012:16 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h06
1:22 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL2321812:33 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h04
1:37 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC9107612:45 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h29
2:14 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL2309712:59 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h57
1:56 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL23378 · P296351:03 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h09
2:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC910791:15 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
2:40 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72481+Great Western RailwayL231841:17 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h07
2:24 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL232191:32 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h53
2:25 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC910821:45 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
3:10 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL230981:58 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h54
2:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP33660 · P296412:05 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h07
3:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC910852:15 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
3:40 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72484+Great Western RailwayL231852:16 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h07
3:23 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL232202:31 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h54
3:25 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC75201+Great Western RailwayP296442:43 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h00
3:43 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC910882:45 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
4:10 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL231002:58 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h54
3:52 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL23379 · P296473:04 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h06
4:10 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC910923:15 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h25
4:40 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72487+Great Western RailwayL230353:16 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h58
4:14 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL232213:31 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h54
4:25 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC910943:45 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h29
5:14 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL231013:59 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h59
4:58 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC910974:15 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
5:43 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72491+Great Western RailwayL230234:17 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h57
5:14 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL232224:30 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h55
5:25 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC75203+Great Western RailwayP296564:43 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h56
5:39 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC911004:45 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h30
6:15 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL231035:00 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h53
5:53 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayP32704 · P296595:03 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h09
6:12 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Chiltern RailwaysC911035:15 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h27
6:42 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
CrossCountryC72494+Great Western RailwayL231895:16 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h07
6:23 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer
Great Western RailwayL232235:32 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h56
6:28 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Chiltern RailwaysC911065:45 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h28
7:13 PM London Marylebone (MYB)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL231045:55 PM Oxford station (OXF)
0h48
6:43 PM London Paddington (PAD)0 transfersDirect
Great Western RailwayL23554 · L230246:05 PM Oxford station (OXF)
1h09
7:14 PM London Paddington (PAD)1 transfer

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Great Western Railway as well as Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Elizabeth line, Cross Country and more offer trains services from Oxford to London.
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Oxford to London?

The best time to book your train from Oxford to London is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Oxford to London route.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Oxford to London

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Trains from Oxford to London run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
83 km
Average train duration
1h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
10
Fastest train
51m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
49 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Elizabeth line, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Oxford to London trainsGreat Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Elizabeth line, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Oxford and London from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
51m
Cheapest Price
€17
Great Western Railway frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Great Western Railway

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
€11
Chiltern Railways frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
Learn more about Chiltern Railways

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€46
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about CrossCountry

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 48m
Cheapest Price
€30
Elizabeth line frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
€75
Cross Country frequency
9 a day

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
51m
Cheapest Price
€60
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Oxford to London

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Cheap train tickets from Oxford to London can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Oxford to London is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Oxford to London is 51m to travel the 83 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Oxford to London leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Oxford to London leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 10 direct trains a day from Oxford to London with Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway (GWR). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Oxford to London, you can count on Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Elizabeth line, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) for the best way to get you to London. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Oxford and London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to London from Oxford is worth doing with a journey time of 51m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Oxford to London is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oxford and London including taking a train and bus.

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The major train station for departures in Oxford is Oxford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oxford for your trip from Oxford to London.
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address
Address
Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS
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Phone Number
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
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  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Oxford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
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Oxford Parkway station, Water Eaton Park & Ride, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8HA
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
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Distance to city center
5 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
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  • Toilets Location: Within the station building
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Oxford Parkway
  • 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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