- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
kr63
Average price
kr375
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Banbury to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banbury to London will cost around kr375 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr63.
Of the 32 trains that leave Banbury for London on Sun, Aug 02, 21 travel direct so itās quite easy to avoid journeys where youāll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 02 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Sun, Aug 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if youāre on a budget.
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L38518Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banbury to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr110. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. 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 kr110, and a train costs an average of kr107.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr365 Average price | kr140 Average price Cheapest | kr468 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Banbury to London:
A bus is kr225 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Banbury to London costing on average kr365.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
The journey is about 37m faster (1h 14m by train vs 1h 51m by car) and roughly kr103 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr365 vs kr468). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Banbury to London trains for today, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L38353 | On time 10:40 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h05 | 11:45 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01006+ W34541 | On time 10:58 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h24 | 12:22 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C00783 Ā· W35368 | On time 11:34 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h52 | 1:26 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38419 | On time 11:40 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h05 | 12:45 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01010+ W34543 | On time 11:56 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h26 | 1:22 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38425 | On time 12:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h05 | 1:45 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38417 | On time 1:10 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h05 | 2:15 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C00781 Ā· W35372 | On time 1:34 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h50 | 3:24 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38443 | 1:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h05 | 2:45 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01017+ V04124 | On time 1:58 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h24 | 3:22 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
G01183+ C42292 | On time 2:17 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h22 | 3:39 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38119 | On time 2:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h09 | 3:49 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01021+ C42165 | On time 2:56 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h16 | 4:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C00778 Ā· W35377 | 3:34 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h50 | 5:24 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38453 | On time 3:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h15 | 4:55 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38126 | 4:10 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h13 | 5:23 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W29934+ C42294 | 4:17 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h23 | 5:40 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38123 | 4:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h12 | 5:52 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01028+ V04121 | On time 4:56 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h26 | 6:22 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C00779 Ā· W35382 | On time 5:34 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h50 | 7:24 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38140 | On time 5:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h10 | 6:50 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01031+ W35382 | On time 5:55 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h29 | 7:24 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W29938+ W34518 | On time 6:18 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h17 | 7:35 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38128 | 6:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h05 | 7:45 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C00780 Ā· W35386 | On time 7:00 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h24 | 8:24 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38136 | On time 7:10 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h05 | 8:15 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01189+ C42296 | On time 7:17 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h25 | 8:42 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38170 | 7:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h05 | 8:45 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38173 | 8:10 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h05 | 9:15 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C00777 Ā· W35391 | On time 8:35 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h48 | 10:23 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38155 | On time 8:41 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h04 | 9:45 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38135 | On time 9:10 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h07 | 10:17 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01041+ W34529 | On time 9:55 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h45 | 11:40 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C00782 Ā· W34935 | On time 10:04 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 2h16 | 12:20 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
L38141 | On time 10:16 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h37 | 11:53 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38466 | 7:50 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h19 | 9:09 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38547 | 8:34 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h18 | 9:52 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38470 | 9:18 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0h57 | 10:15 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38772 | 9:42 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h10 | 10:52 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38536 | 10:07 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1h03 | 11:10 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Banbury to London run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr107 if you book in advance.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 57m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price kr107 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the cityās working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banbury 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 youāre 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.

Most Banbury to London trains use the Banbury to London Marylebone station pair, with some services arriving at London Paddington. Use this guide to compare Banbury and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Banbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Banbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Banbury. ATMs are available at Banbury.
Ticket office support is available at Banbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Banbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Banbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Banbury: 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.
London Marylebone is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Marylebone has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Marylebone.
Wi-Fi is available at London Marylebone. ATMs are available at London Marylebone.
Ticket office support is available at London Marylebone. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165 (Option 3 > Option 3), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Marylebone: Parking, WC.
Available at London Marylebone: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Marylebone: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step Free access to all platforms, 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 ticket machines note: All ticket machines at this station are accessible with adjustable height displays, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, CaffĆØ Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
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