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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 | Oxford | Banbury | No tags | ||||
| Train | Oxford | Kings Sutton | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Oxford | Banbury | No tags | ||||
| Train | Oxford | Kings Sutton | No tags | ||||
| Train | Oxford | Kings Sutton | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Oxford to Banbury
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Banbury. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£9 - £28 | Average duration20m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£4 - £4 | Average duration30m | 1kg CO₂e |
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Banbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to Banbury start from £9. The average price for this train route is around £10. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Oxford to Banbury?
The average train journey time from Oxford to Banbury is 20m, covering a distance of 19 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 17m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Oxford to Banbury route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 14 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oxford to Banbury?
The earliest train from Oxford to Banbury departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 23:58.
Which is the best train operator from Oxford 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Oxford to Banbury?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Chiltern Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Oxford 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Oxford 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.
The cheapest trip from Oxford to Banbury was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £9To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Oxford to Banbury as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £9 to £27 for a train ticket from Oxford to Banbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
