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Banbury Museum & Gallery
Banbury's main museum explores the town's history, canals, trade, and local life through family-friendly displays and changing exhibitions.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Horley to Banbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a bus costs an average of $43.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Banbury take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 53m.
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Take a train from Horley to Banbury and enjoy the approximately 79 miles (128 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:43.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Trains per day 3 |
First train 4:41 AM |
Last train 10:43 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Banbury — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Banbury trip today.
Banbury's main museum explores the town's history, canals, trade, and local life through family-friendly displays and changing exhibitions.
Grand palace and exhibition site with major collections, art displays, and landscaped grounds in a leading heritage destination nearby.
Historic canal-side workshop museum showing traditional boatbuilding skills and the working heritage of Banbury's waterways.
Pleasant canal-side trail ideal for walking and cycling, offering locks, boats, and a strong sense of Banbury's industrial heritage.
Main shopping street and historic route through central Banbury, good for seeing everyday town life and local architecture.
Attractive waterside walking area around the museum and lock, popular for strolling, boating views, and relaxed town-centre scenery.
A spiced fruit-filled pastry linked to the old Banbury cake trade. It is the town's best-known traditional food and a classic local teatime treat.
A soft yeast bun with currants or raisins, baked in nearby Oxfordshire and widely eaten with butter at tea time across the county.
A rich sausage made with pork, herbs and seasoning, strongly associated with Oxford and commonly served in pubs around the area.
Well-regarded modern Indian restaurant with stylish interiors and a broad menu of curries, grills and regional specialties.
Established Banbury restaurant known for polished British and European cooking in a smart but relaxed town-centre setting.
Popular historic pub in central Banbury serving classic British meals, ales and a traditional atmosphere in an old coaching inn.
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining cost less than London, while local buses and casual meals are reasonably priced for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is optional.
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Banbury Railway Station -> Banbury Cross, Banbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horley to Banbury 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 Banbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Horley to Banbury trains use the Gatwick Airport to Banbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Horley and Banbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Horley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Horley.
Wi-Fi is available at Horley. ATMs are available at Horley.
Ticket office support is available at Horley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Horley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Horley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Horley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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