The cheapest and fastest trains from Windsor to Banbury
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Windsor to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Windsor to Banbury will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Windsor for Banbury on Fri, Dec 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 12 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Fri, Dec 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.


Live departures
Windsor to Banbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Windsor to Banbury trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 AM Windsor | 2h16 | 9:56 AM Banbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Windsor to Banbury by train
Compare train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Dec 12
Dec 13
Dec 14
Dec 15
Dec 16
Dec 17
Dec 18
Journey information
Overview: Train from Windsor to Banbury
Trains from Windsor to Banbury run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 21:55 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Windsor to Banbury trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Windsor and Banbury from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Rail
FAQs: Trains from Windsor to Banbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Windsor 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Windsor to Banbury
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 19:40 Saturday 06:40 - 19:40 Sunday 08:20 - 17:50
- Car Park: No
- 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 the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible public telephones: No
- Accessible taxis: Please request staff assistance.
- 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
- Toilets Location: These are located approximatly 100m from station entrance
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent to platform entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus Stop outside Hare & Garter, Opposite Windsor Castle
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 23:00 Saturday 06:15 - 23:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Queens 22 spaces / Gravel carpark 14 spaces (Adjacent to station)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Short ramps at up to 1:9 gradient from car parks and main entrance to concourse - then level access to both platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse Area. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Datchet Road (B470) by station.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:35 - 19:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent
- Car Park: There are three car parks at Banbury Station: the Multi-Storey Car Park, the Main Car Park, and the Approach Road Car Park. Prices are the same at all three car parks.
- 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
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near station entrance next to taxi rank and on entry to the multi storey car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.
Most popular train connections from Windsor
More options for your journey from Windsor to Banbury
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
