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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 02 Mar

Cheapest price

£35

Average price

£43

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h 9 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

96 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barking to Oxford will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.

Fast trains

To travel from Barking to Oxford you need to make at least 2 changes.

c2cL02934+TubeTube from West Ham to London Paddington+Great Western RailP22689
08:022h15
Barking station (BKG)
10:17Oxford station (OXF)
£351One-way
2 changes
London Public Transportation (3)P51256+Tfl RailG25010+Great Western RailP22689
08:092h08
Barking station (BKG)
10:17Oxford station (OXF)
£351One-way
2 changes
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08:172h00
Barking station (BKG)
10:17Oxford station (OXF)
£351One-way
3 changes
c2cL03286+TubeTube from London Fenchurch Street to London Paddington+Great Western RailP22880
08:322h10
Barking station (BKG)
10:42Oxford station (OXF)
£421One-way
2 changes
London Public Transportation (3)P51266+Tfl RailG24683+Great Western RailP22653+CrossCountryC74879
08:252h13
Barking station (BKG)
10:38Oxford station (OXF)
£561One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Barking to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barking to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £39.

Distance: 96 km

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Coach

£39

Average Price

£18

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Cheapest

2h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 15m

Average total duration

5h 45m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Barking to Oxford

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Trains from Barking to Oxford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 2h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18
Distance
96 km
Average train duration
1h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 15m
First train
00:38
Last train
22:23
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £18

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Barking to Oxford trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Barking and Oxford from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£39
Great Western Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Barking to Oxford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barking to Oxford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Barking to Oxford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from Barking to Oxford covers a distance of 96 km and takes approximately 2h 15m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Barking to Oxford is 96 km.
The first train from Barking to Oxford leaves at 0:38.
The last train from Barking to Oxford departs at 22:23.
Trains from Barking to Oxford run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barking to Oxford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barking to Oxford.
To get from Barking to Oxford, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Barking to Oxford.
The train station in Barking that goes to Oxford is Barking station (BKG), and it arrives at Oxford station (OXF).
The cheapest way to get from Barking to Oxford is by coach, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Barking to Oxford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Barking to Oxford offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with scenic highlights as you move away from the city, including glimpses of the Chiltern Hills and the picturesque landscape surrounding Oxfordshire.
A day trip from Barking to Oxford is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 15m. However, trains run 4 times per day. The distance is 96 km.
In Oxford, you can visit the University of Oxford to explore its historic colleges and libraries. Tour the Ashmolean Museum to discover an extensive collection of art and archaeology. Enjoy the diverse plant collections at the Oxford Botanic Garden, the oldest in the UK. Explore the Covered Market to browse local shops and eateries. Climb the Carfax Tower for panoramic views of the city. Don't miss the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, and Christ Church College for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
To fully experience Oxford, including its historic university, museums, and picturesque streets, a 2 to 3-day visit is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Barking to Oxford.

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Important Stations and Airports in Barking and Oxford

Barking
Oxford
The major train station for departures in Barking is Barking. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barking for your trip from Barking to Oxford.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 23:00 Saturday 05:15 - 23:00 Sunday 06:45 - 10:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WH Smith, Jewellers, Florist and Dry Cleaners.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Vicarage Field Shopping Centre
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Outside entrance on Station Parade
  • Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1.
  • Accessible taxis: Yes
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Footbridge. The National key toilets are located on the Station Footbridge; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: On station footbridge. This can be accessed using a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Outside main entrance on Station Parade
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Barking
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: London Overground Rail Replacement buses: Eastbound towards Barking (terminating) at bus stop H in Station Parade. Westbound towards Walthamstow Central use bus stop K in Station Parade. c2c Rail Replacement buses outside the front of the station near KFC.
  • Metro: District Line - Platforms 2 & 6 Hammersmith & City Line - Platforms 3/6 London Overground - Platforms 1/7 & 8 Please check departure screens prior to making your way to the platform
Barking RiversideDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityBike Parking
Amenities at train station
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km

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