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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Banbury
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Banbury will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cambridge for Banbury every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cambridge to Banbury
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Banbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £83.
Distance: 101 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£83 Average Price | £63 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cambridge to Banbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Banbury trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:09 Cambridge | 3h00 | 11:09 Banbury | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Banbury
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Trains from Cambridge to Banbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £60 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 04:38 |
Last train 22:14 |
Train companies: Chiltern Railways, Thameslink from Cambridge to Banbury trainsChiltern Railways, Thameslink trains will get you between Cambridge and Banbury from £60. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge to Banbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge to Banbury 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 Banbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cambridge and Banbury
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rental
Information Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:35 - 19:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent
- Car Park: There are three car parks at Banbury Station: the Multi-Storey Car Park, the Main Car Park, and the Approach Road Car Park. Prices are the same at all three car parks.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 00:15 Saturday 05:00 - 00:15 Sunday 08:00 - 00:20
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near station entrance next to taxi rank and on entry to the multi storey car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.
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