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Compare bus and train for Oxford to Thame
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Thame among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Thame:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Thame costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Thame take longer:
Bus takes on average 46m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (29m by train vs 34m by car). Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Oxford to Thame by bus or train
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Oxford to Thame.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Thame
Trains from Oxford to Thame run on average 7 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 43m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Chiltern Railways from Oxford to Thame trainsChiltern Railways trains will get you between Oxford and Thame from $7 (€6). 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 Oxford to Thame
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Thame 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 Thame, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oxford to Thame
Most Oxford to Thame trains use the Oxford to Haddenham & Thame Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Thame train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Thame leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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