Train from Cardiff to Banbury: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cardiff to Banbury on 8 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CrossCountryTrain
Cardiff Central
BanburyNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Cardiff Central
BanburyNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Cardiff Central
BanburyNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Cardiff Central
BanburyNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Cardiff Central
BanburyNo tags

Get from Cardiff to Banbury

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 3 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
3h 9mAverage duration
144 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cardiff to Banbury by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cardiff to Banbury?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cardiff to Banbury start from R 1 162. The average price for this train route is around R 1 162. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Cardiff to Banbury is 3h 9m, covering a distance of 144 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 28m and is operated by Great Western Railway.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.

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

    The earliest train from Cardiff to Banbury departs at 11:45. And the latest train departs at 17:45.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Great Western Railway has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cardiff to Banbury?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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