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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.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
40
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 $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 40 trains that leave London for Banbury on Sun, Aug 02, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 02 the direct trains cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Sun, Aug 02 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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L38562Trains from London to Banbury run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for London to Banbury 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34621+ G00705 | Delayed 10:36 AM 11:15 AMLondon Paddington (PAD) | 1h12 | 12:27 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38132 | 12:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 1:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35120+ G00707 | 12:06 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h23 | 1:29 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38137 | On time 12:32 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h05 | 1:37 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38177 | On time 1:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 2:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35074+ G00881 | On time 1:32 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h24 | 2:56 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
Y15424 · C01002 | On time 1:50 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h30 | 3:20 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38157 | 2:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 3:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34631+ G00714 | On time 2:15 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h13 | 3:28 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
V04119+ G00886 | On time 2:42 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h14 | 3:56 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C29726 | On time 3:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 4:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34635+ G00719 | 3:15 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h12 | 4:27 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38153 | On time 3:32 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h05 | 4:37 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y15429 · C01000 | On time 3:52 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h33 | 5:25 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C29725 | On time 4:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 5:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38178 | On time 4:32 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 5:38 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42282+ G00896 | On time 4:33 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h23 | 5:56 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
C29724 | On time 5:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 6:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W35140+ G00727 | On time 5:05 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h22 | 6:27 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
W34908 · C01017 | On time 5:23 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h30 | 6:53 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38130 | 5:32 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h04 | 6:36 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C29625 | 5:37 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h24 | 7:01 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38296 | 6:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 7:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38124 | 6:32 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h05 | 7:37 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y15435 · C00999 | On time 6:52 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h31 | 8:23 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38172 | 7:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 8:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38143 | On time 7:32 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 8:38 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38139 | On time 8:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 9:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34919 · C01008 | On time 8:20 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h32 | 9:52 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38151 | On time 8:32 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h05 | 9:37 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38183 | On time 9:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 10:08 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C42250+ C29627 | On time 9:22 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h20 | 10:42 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38174 | 10:02 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h05 | 11:07 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38104 | 10:43 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h25 | 12:08 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38198 | 11:12 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h24 | 12:36 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L38238 | 11:41 PM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h28 | 1:09 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 2 | |||||
L38474 | 8:00 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h09 | 9:09 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00857+ W34793 | 8:44 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h13 | 9:57 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38475 | 9:00 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h06 | 10:06 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00860+ C00849 | 9:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h13 | 10:56 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38505 | 10:00 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h08 | 11:08 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00863+ Y15436 | 10:43 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h13 | 11:56 AM Banbury station (BAN) | 1 transfer | |
L38525 | 11:00 AM London Marylebone (MYB) | 1h09 | 12:09 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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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.

Most London to Banbury trains use the London Marylebone to Banbury station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Banbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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, Caffè 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.
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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