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The cheapest and fastest trains from Folkestone to Banbury
Showing times and prices for 25 May
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£171
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
205 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Folkestone to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Folkestone to Banbury will cost around £171 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
Fast trains
To travel from Folkestone to Banbury you need to make at least 2 changes.
16:512h44Folkestone19:35Banbury£1201One-way3 changes- 6:283h03Folkestone9:31Banbury£1371One-way3 changes
- 7:283h28Folkestone10:56Banbury£1371One-way3 changes
- 20:589h58Folkestone6:56Banbury£1371One-way3 changes
- 22:588h58Folkestone7:56Banbury£1371One-way3 changes
- 16:512h44Folkestone19:35Banbury£1201One-way3 changes
- 17:582h55Folkestone20:53Banbury£1821One-way2 changes
- 18:582h55Folkestone21:53Banbury£1821One-way2 changes
- 5:572h56Folkestone8:53Banbury£1821One-way2 changes
- 7:582h56Folkestone10:54Banbury£1821One-way2 changes
Live departures
Folkestone to Banbury train times
The table below shows live departures for Folkestone to Banbury trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:56 Folkestone | 2h57 | 21:53 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 19:58 Folkestone | 10h58 | 6:56 Banbury | 3 changes | |
| 21:58 Folkestone | 8h55 | 6:53 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
| 5:57 Folkestone | 2h56 | 8:53 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 6:28 Folkestone | 3h03 | 9:31 Banbury | 3 changes | |
| 6:58 Folkestone | 2h59 | 9:57 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 7:28 Folkestone | 3h28 | 10:56 Banbury | 3 changes | |
| 7:58 Folkestone | 2h56 | 10:54 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 8:58 Folkestone | 2h56 | 11:54 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 9:58 Folkestone | 2h56 | 12:54 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 10:56 Folkestone | 2h58 | 13:54 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 11:58 Folkestone | 2h56 | 14:54 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 12:58 Folkestone | 2h57 | 15:55 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 13:58 Folkestone | 2h56 | 16:54 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 14:56 Folkestone | 2h59 | 17:55 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 15:56 Folkestone | 2h58 | 18:54 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 16:51 Folkestone | 2h44 | 19:35 Banbury | 3 changes | |
| 16:51 Folkestone | 3h04 | 19:55 Banbury | 2 changes | |
| 17:58 Folkestone | 2h55 | 20:53 Banbury | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Folkestone to Banbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Folkestone to Banbury run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £120 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 18:56. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 2h 44m.
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
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £120 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 18:56 |
Best time to book 7 days |
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
Train companies: Chiltern Railways, Southeastern from Folkestone to Banbury trainsChiltern Railways, Southeastern trains will get you between Folkestone and Banbury from £120. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£74
Chiltern Railways frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest Price
£120
Southeastern frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Folkestone to Banbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Folkestone 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Folkestone to Banbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £120, while the average price tends to be around £172.
The train journey from Folkestone to Banbury covers a distance of 205 km and takes approximately 2h 44m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from Folkestone to Banbury is 205 km.
The first train from Folkestone to Banbury leaves at 5:17.
The last train from Folkestone to Banbury departs at 18:56.
Trains from Folkestone to Banbury run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Folkestone to Banbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Folkestone to Banbury.
To travel from Folkestone to Banbury, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Folkestone to Banbury.
The train station in Folkestone that goes to Banbury is Folkestone Central (FKC), and it arrives at Banbury station (BAN).
The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Banbury is by train, costing approximately £120.
Booking trains from Folkestone to Banbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Folkestone to Banbury offers scenic views as it passes through the picturesque Kent countryside, featuring charming villages, rolling fields, and the scenic landscapes of the Chiltern Hills.
A stay of two to three days in Banbury is ideal for exploring its historic market town charm, visiting landmarks like Banbury Cross and the Tooley's Boatyard, and enjoying the surrounding Oxfordshire countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Folkestone to Banbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Folkestone and Banbury
Folkestone
Banbury
The major train station for departures in Folkestone is Folkestone Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Folkestone Central for your trip from Folkestone to Banbury.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40 This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access via lift or steep ramps from main entrance.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: In the booking hall
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on the platform only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: front of station, by car park
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Folkestone Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop outside of the station (exit station, walk down the slope and turn right. Bus stop is just beyond the bridge)
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 13:05 Saturday 07:35 - 14:15 Sunday Closed This station is not continuously staffed please see staffing times for details of when staff are available.
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B2. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details - Step Free access to Platform 1 via main entrance off Shorncliffe Road. Step free access to platform 2 via side entrance off Station Road. Step access between platforms via station subway. Step free Interchange between platforms via steep roads is in excess of 500 metres.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: by entrance to platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 1- Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1 - Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting Room on platform 1, only available when staff are present
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Folkestone West
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Road, platform 2 side of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Banbury is Banbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Banbury for your journey to Banbury from Folkestone.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:35 - 19:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent
Parking
- 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.
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near station entrance next to taxi rank and on entry to the multi storey car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Banbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.
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