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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Banbury | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Banbury | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Banbury | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Banbury | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly | Banbury | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Banbury
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Banbury. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£16 - £225 | Average duration2h 30m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£23 - £23 | Average duration2h 30m | 7kg CO₂e |
Train Companies
Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £16
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester 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.
How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Banbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Banbury start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Banbury?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Banbury is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 105 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 27m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Banbury route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Banbury?
The earliest train from Manchester to Banbury departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 19:25.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Banbury was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Banbury as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £220 for a train ticket from Manchester to Banbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-16.
