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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
$75
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Banbury will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 12 trains that leave Manchester for Banbury on Wed, Aug 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 169 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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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G01018Trains from Manchester to Banbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 10:11 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Banbury trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34255+ W11342+ L37901 | Delayed 2:34 PM 3:34 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h05 | 5:42 PM 5:42 PMBanbury station (BAN) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
W33893+ W11302+ L37781 | 9:34 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h06 | 12:40 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 2 transfers | |
G01013 | 10:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h29 | 12:54 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33902+ W11311+ L37680 | 10:34 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h04 | 1:38 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 2 transfers | |
G01018 | 11:25 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 1:55 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38877+ C16936+ G01184 | 11:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h47 | 2:17 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 2 transfers | |
W34097+ W11317+ L37683 | 11:34 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h03 | 2:37 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 2 transfers | |
G01022 | 12:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h29 | 2:54 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33925+ L37708+ W11324 | 12:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h05 | 3:39 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 2 transfers | |
G01024 | 1:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 3:55 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G38880+ C16947+ W29935 | 1:30 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h48 | 4:18 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 2 transfers | |
W33886+ W11330+ L37373 | 1:34 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h03 | 4:37 PM Banbury station (BAN) | 2 transfers | |
G01027 | 2:25 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2h30 | 4:55 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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Banbury Railway Station -> Banbury Cross, Banbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Banbury trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Banbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Banbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food outlets and cafes available.
Free public Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are several ATMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester.
Available at Manchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester: Step-free access throughout the station.
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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