The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Banbury
Cheapest price
$233
Average price
$238
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Banbury will cost around $238 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $233.
Of the 5 trains that leave York for Banbury on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 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.










Live departures
York to Banbury train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Banbury trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:25 AM York | 2h51 | 10:16 AM Banbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:44 AM York | 4h10 | 11:54 AM Banbury | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:36 AM York | 2h42 | 12:18 PM Banbury | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:44 AM York | 4h09 | 1:53 PM Banbury | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:36 AM York | 2h40 | 2:16 PM Banbury | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Banbury
Trains from York to Banbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€79) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:35, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€79) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 02:35 |
Last train 19:58 |
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FAQs: Trains from York to Banbury
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York to Banbury
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel
- 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.
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