The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Abingdon
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
1 h 6 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Abingdon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Abingdon will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from London to Abingdon without transferring at least once.
Y15400 · C484239:50 AM1h26London Paddington (PAD)11:16 AMCulham station (CUM)$551One-way1 transfer
Y15418 · C007848:52 AM1h25London Paddington (PAD)10:17 AMCulham station (CUM)$551One-way1 transfer
Y15400 · C484239:50 AM1h22London Paddington (PAD)11:12 AMRadley station (RAD)$551One-way1 transfer
Y15420 · C0078310:52 AM1h20London Paddington (PAD)12:12 PMRadley station (RAD)$551One-way1 transfer
Y15418 · C007848:52 AM1h21London Paddington (PAD)10:13 AMRadley station (RAD)$551One-way1 transfer
W35068 · C4783810:32 AM1h06London Paddington (PAD)11:38 AMAppleford station (APF)$561One-way1 transfer
C42281 · C478358:32 AM1h06London Paddington (PAD)9:38 AMAppleford station (APF)$561One-way1 transfer
W35072 · C4783912:32 PM1h06London Paddington (PAD)1:38 PMAppleford station (APF)$561One-way1 transfer
C42281 · C478358:32 AM1h08London Paddington (PAD)9:40 AMCulham station (CUM)$561One-way1 transfer
W35068 · C4783810:32 AM1h08London Paddington (PAD)11:40 AMCulham station (CUM)$561One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Abingdon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Abingdon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Abingdon:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Abingdon costing on average $56 (€46).
Other travel options to Abingdon take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 57m.
You'll arrive about 59m sooner (50m by train vs 1h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $40 (€33) 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.
Live departures
London to Abingdon train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Abingdon trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34865 · G15360 | On time 8:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h19 | 9:42 AM Radley station (RAD) | 1 transfer | |
W34865 · G15361 | On time 8:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h53 | 9:16 AM Culham station (CUM) | 1 transfer | |
W34865 · G15361 | On time 8:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h57 | 9:20 AM Radley station (RAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15030 · G15362 | On time 8:32 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h18 | 9:50 AM Radley station (RAD) | 1 transfer | |
G15030 · G15362 | On time 8:32 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h14 | 9:46 AM Culham station (CUM) | 1 transfer | |
Y15417 · G15510 | On time 8:51 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h26 | 10:17 AM Radley station (RAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14991 · C47836 | On time 9:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h58 | 10:21 AM Radley station (RAD) | 1 transfer | |
G14991 · C47836 | On time 9:23 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 0h54 | 10:17 AM Culham station (CUM) | 1 transfer | |
W35065 · C01012 | On time 9:32 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h10 | 10:42 AM Radley station (RAD) | 1 transfer | |
W35065 · C01012 | On time 9:32 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h06 | 10:38 AM Culham station (CUM) | 1 transfer | |
Y15399 · G15363 | On time 9:52 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h26 | 11:18 AM Culham station (CUM) | 1 transfer | |
W35067 · C47837 | On time 10:32 AM London Paddington (PAD) | 1h07 | 11:39 AM Culham station (CUM) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Abingdon
Trains from London to Abingdon run on average 16 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from London to Abingdon trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between London and Abingdon from $9 (€7). 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 London to Abingdon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Abingdon 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 Abingdon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Abingdon
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
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