Train from Birmingham to Banbury: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Banbury on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Birmingham Moor Street
BanburyCheapest
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
BanburyFastest
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Birmingham Moor Street
BanburyNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
BanburyNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Birmingham New Street
BanburyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 07:50 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Banbury

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Banbury. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
1hAverage duration
38 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£8 - £40Average duration52m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£5 - £7Average duration1h
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to Banbury by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Birmingham to Banbury?

    The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Banbury start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £20. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Banbury?

    The average train journey time from Birmingham to Banbury is 52m, covering a distance of 38 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 43m and is operated by CrossCountry.

  3. Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Banbury route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Banbury?

    The earliest train from Birmingham to Banbury departs at 07:03. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Birmingham to Banbury?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to Banbury?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Chiltern Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Birmingham to Banbury?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to Banbury?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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£7
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£11
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£18
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£5
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£5
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Banbury was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Banbury as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £5 to £38 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Banbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-13.

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