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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
€82
Average price
€82
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
107 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stansted Mountfitchet to Banbury will cost around €82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €82.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stansted Mountfitchet for Banbury on Wed, Aug 05, 1 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 107 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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.


Trains from Stansted Mountfitchet to Banbury run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €81 but you can travel from only €46 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 66 miles (107 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €81 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 8:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Stansted Mountfitchet to Banbury trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:20 AM Stansted Mountfitchet | 3h09 | 11:29 AM Banbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Banbury trains use the Stansted Mountfitchet to Banbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Stansted Mountfitchet and Banbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stansted Mountfitchet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Cork House
Wi-Fi is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Ticket office support is available at Stansted Mountfitchet.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Parking, WC.
Available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stansted Mountfitchet: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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