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The cheapest and fastest trains from Guildford to Banbury
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
106 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guildford to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guildford to Banbury will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Fast trains
To travel from Guildford to Banbury you need to make at least one change.

17:441h51
Guildford19:35Banbury
£811One-way
1 change

00:046h52
Guildford06:56Banbury
£891One-way
1 change

06:041h52
Guildford07:56Banbury
£891One-way
1 change

06:472h09
Guildford08:56Banbury
£891One-way
1 change

08:141h42
Guildford09:56Banbury
£891One-way
1 change

10:271h29
Guildford11:56Banbury
£891One-way
1 change

09:201h35
Guildford10:55Banbury
£891One-way
1 change

11:201h36
Guildford12:56Banbury
£891One-way
1 change

12:201h36
Guildford13:56Banbury
£891One-way
1 change

13:201h36
Guildford14:56Banbury
£891One-way
1 change
Live departures
Guildford to Banbury train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:10
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:14 Guildford | 1h42 | 09:56 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:20 Guildford | 1h35 | 10:55 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:27 Guildford | 1h29 | 11:56 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:43 Guildford | 1h43 | 12:26 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:20 Guildford | 1h36 | 12:56 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 00:04 Guildford | 6h52 | 06:56 Banbury | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Guildford to Banbury
Trains from Guildford to Banbury run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 if you book in advance.
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 106 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 22:43 |
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: Great Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western from Guildford to Banbury trainsGreat Western Rail, CrossCountry, first_great_western trains will get you between Guildford and Banbury from £81. 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
1h 51m
Cheapest Price
£35
Great Western Rail frequency
2 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
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
CrossCountry frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
£81
first_great_western frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Guildford to Banbury train
FAQs: Travel by train from Guildford to Banbury easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Guildford to Banbury.

The train distance from Guildford to Banbury is 106 km.
To get from Guildford to Banbury, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Guildford 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 Guildford to Banbury covers a distance of 106 km and takes approximately 1h 29m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Guildford to Banbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £81, while the average price tends to be around £89.
The first train from Guildford to Banbury leaves at 5:17.
The last train from Guildford to Banbury departs at 22:43.
The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Banbury is by train, costing approximately £81.
Trains from Guildford to Banbury run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Guildford to Banbury.
The train station in Guildford that goes to Banbury is Guildford station (GLD), and it arrives at Banbury station (BAN).
There is no night train service from Guildford to Banbury.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Guildford to Banbury.
Yes, you can take the train from Guildford to Banbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Banbury
Guildford
Banbury
The major train station for departures in Guildford is Guildford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Guildford for your trip from Guildford to Banbury.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 22:00 Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 06:20 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: Smart Car Spaces
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team.
- Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2, next to the subway ramp. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car parks 1 & 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Guildford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus lay-by in Station Forecourt off Walnut Tree Close.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:00 Saturday 09:00 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Both platforms.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2 and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for London Road (Guildford)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Guildford Side of station - Station Forecourt
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 Guildford.
Amenities at train station
information
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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