The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Burford
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
1 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Burford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Burford will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 5 trains that leave London for Burford on Fri, May 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct trains cover the 109 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.
12:50 PM4h06London4:56 PMBurford$181One-way0 transfers
12:52 PM1h17London2:09 PMBurford$391One-way0 transfers
7:52 PM1h17London9:09 PMBurford$691One-way0 transfers
1:38 PM4h18London5:56 PMBurford$701One-way0 transfers
1:50 PM4h06London5:56 PMBurford$701One-way0 transfers
12:52 PM1h17London2:09 PMBurford$391One-way0 transfers
7:52 PM1h17London9:09 PMBurford$691One-way0 transfers
1:50 PM4h06London5:56 PMBurford$701One-way0 transfers
12:50 PM4h06London4:56 PMBurford$181One-way0 transfers
1:38 PM4h18London5:56 PMBurford$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Burford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Burford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 67 miles (109 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Burford:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Burford costing on average $40 (€33).
Other travel options to Burford take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 12m.
The journey is about 41m faster (1h 19m by train vs 2h 0m by car) and roughly $6 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($40 (€33) vs $46 (€37)). 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 Great Western Railway.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Burford train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Burford trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 PM London | 4h06 | 4:56 PM Burford | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:50 PM London | 4h06 | 5:56 PM Burford | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Burford
Trains from London to Burford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:52, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (109 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 67 miles (109 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 5:52 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
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Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from London to Burford trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London and Burford from $6 (€5). 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 Burford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Burford 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 Burford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Burford
- 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 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.
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