The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Banbury
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Banbury will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 53 trains that leave London for Banbury on Sat, Jan 31, 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
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Compare train and bus for London to Banbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Banbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 €14, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 64 miles (104 km)
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€35 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Banbury train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Banbury trains for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P22651+ C72293 | On time 5:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h33 | 6:56 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90721 | On time 6:04 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h04 | 7:08 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90722 | On time 6:31 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h10 | 7:41 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90844 | On time 7:07 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h02 | 8:09 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90723 | On time 7:35 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 8:41 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90847 | 8:07 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 9:10 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L02388 | On time 8:35 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h16 | 9:51 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22772+ C74878 | On time 8:38 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h18 | 9:56 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90850 | 9:02 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 10:08 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90724 | On time 9:36 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 10:39 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90854 | 10:02 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 11:08 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P30248+ C75357 | On time 10:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h17 | 11:29 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L02389 | On time 10:36 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h12 | 11:48 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90856 | 11:02 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h07 | 12:09 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P30252+ C75359 | On time 11:12 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h16 | 12:28 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90725 | 11:36 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 12:39 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90860 | On time 12:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 1:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L02390 | On time 12:36 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h12 | 1:48 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90865 | On time 1:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 2:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90728 | 1:36 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 2:39 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22890 · P32836 | On time 1:50 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h30 | 3:20 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90868 | On time 2:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h08 | 3:10 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22631+ C75367 | On time 2:12 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h17 | 3:29 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90729 | On time 2:36 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 3:39 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90873 | On time 3:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h08 | 4:10 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90731 | 3:36 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 4:39 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22893 · P32843 | On time 3:52 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h29 | 5:21 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90877 | On time 4:07 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h02 | 5:09 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90879 | On time 4:37 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 5:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22894 · P32846 | On time 4:58 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h23 | 6:21 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90832 | On time 5:07 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h05 | 6:12 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90732 | 5:37 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h02 | 6:39 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22895 · P32848 | On time 5:57 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h32 | 7:29 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90835 | On time 6:07 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h02 | 7:09 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P30403 | On time 6:23 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h12 | 7:35 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C08446 | On time 6:37 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h04 | 7:41 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90886 | On time 7:06 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 8:09 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90735 | 7:36 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 8:39 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L02508 | On time 7:46 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h20 | 9:06 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P22883 · P32850 | On time 7:53 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h31 | 9:24 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90889 | On time 8:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h08 | 9:10 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P30287+ C72381 | On time 8:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h22 | 9:27 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90736 | On time 8:36 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h03 | 9:39 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90838 | On time 9:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h08 | 10:10 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
P30765 · P32856 | On time 9:53 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h32 | 11:25 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C90897 | 10:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 11:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90900 | On time 10:30 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h12 | 11:42 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C90901 | On time 11:07 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 0h56 | 12:03 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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L02393 | On time 12:05 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h21 | 1:26 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Banbury
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from London to Banbury start from as low as $15 (€12) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $44 (€35) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 13 daily trains from London to Banbury with 9 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 56m but the average duration is 1h 11m
Train Operators
- Travel from London to Banbury with Chiltern Railways, Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, and first_great_western
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Chiltern Railways.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from London Marylebone (MYB) and arrive in Banbury station (BAN)
- First train typically departs at 12:01 AM and the last at 11:57 PM
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Chiltern Railways, Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from London to Banbury trainsChiltern Railways, Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between London and Banbury from $15 (€12). 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 London to Banbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Banbury
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 22:10 Saturday 06:30 - 22:10 Sunday 07:30 - 21:40
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Dry cleaner Shoe repairer Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: On main concourse area Customers are also advised that the majority of trains have toilet facilities onboard.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Waiting rooms location: Seating areas are located around the station concourse and on the platforms. There is however no dedicated and identifiable waiting room available at Marylebone station.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 2 and 3.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At station entrance.
- Metro: Bakerloo Line.
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- 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.
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