Train from London to Banbury: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Banbury on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Marylebone
BanburyCheapest
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Marylebone
BanburyFastest
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Marylebone
BanburyNo tags
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Marylebone
BanburyNo tags
Chiltern RailwaysTrain
Marylebone
BanburyNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London 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 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 50mAverage duration
104 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 259 - R 456Average duration2h 25m
3kg CO₂e
Average priceR 171 - R 2 319Average duration1h 5m
2kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 191 - R 371Average duration1h 50m
4kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London 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 London to Banbury?

    The cheapest train tickets from London to Banbury start from R 171. The average price for this train route is around R 1 019. 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 London to Banbury?

    The average train journey time from London to Banbury is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 56m and is operated by Chiltern Railways.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day, including services from Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway.

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

    The earliest train from London to Banbury departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 23:45.

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

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

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from London 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 London 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.

Best price found
10/12
R 448
11/12
R 997
Today
R 398
13/12
R 394
14/12
R 394
15/12
R 443
16/12
R 443
17/12
R 445
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Banbury was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 394

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

You can expect to pay from R 394 to R 1 305 for a train ticket from London to Banbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 394, which is on 2025-12-13.

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