Train from Oxford to Banbury: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Oxford to Banbury on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Great Western RailwayTrain
Oxford
BanburyNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Oxford
Kings SuttonNo tags
CrossCountryTrain
Oxford
BanburyNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Oxford
Kings SuttonNo tags
Great Western RailwayTrain
Oxford
Kings SuttonNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oxford to Banbury

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Banbury. The journey takes about 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day
18mAverage duration
30 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 190 - R 622Average duration18m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 80 - R 80Average duration30m
1kg CO₂e

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 differ at the time of your trip.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Oxford to Banbury start from R 190. The average price for this train route is around R 226. 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 Oxford to Banbury?

    The average train journey time from Oxford to Banbury is 18m, covering a distance of 30 km. The quickest train can get you there in 17m and is operated by CrossCountry.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Chiltern Railways.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Oxford 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 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.

  8. 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.

Best price found
11/12
R 190
12/12
R 191
Today
R 192
14/12
R 178
15/12
R 190
16/12
R 191
17/12
R 191
18/12
R 190
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oxford to Banbury was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 178

To 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 R 178 to R 584 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 R 178, which is on 2025-12-14.

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.

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