London Gatwick Airport to Oxford train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 20 Feb

Cheapest price

£42

Average price

£48

Fastest journey

2 h 6 m

Average duration

2 h 9 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

100 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.

Fast trains

To travel from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford you need to make at least one change.

Great Western RailP30642+CrossCountryC72316
09:302h08
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
11:38Oxford station (OXF)
£421One-way
1 change
Great Western RailP30638+CrossCountryC75357
09:002h10
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
11:10Oxford station (OXF)
£421One-way
1 change
ThameslinkW59285+Great Western RailP33663+CrossCountryC74879
08:192h19
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
10:38Oxford station (OXF)
£471One-way
2 changes
ThameslinkW57816+Tfl RailG24674+Great Western RailP22689
08:062h11
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
10:17Oxford station (OXF)
£481One-way
2 changes
ThameslinkW59510+Tfl RailG23800+Great Western RailP30043
09:062h12
Gatwick Airport (GTW)
11:18Oxford station (OXF)
£531One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £23.

Distance: 100 km

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Coach

£41

Average Price

£34

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Cheapest

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 8m

Average total duration

2h 38m

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Live departures

London Gatwick Airport to Oxford train times

The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 20:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
thameslinkW57816+tfl_railG24674+great_westernP22689
On time
08:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h11
10:17 Oxford station (OXF)
2 changes
thameslinkW59285+great_westernP33663+cross_countryC74879
On time
08:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h19
10:38 Oxford station (OXF)
2 changes
thameslinkW59507+tfl_railG23784+great_westernP22880
On time
08:36 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h06
10:42 Oxford station (OXF)
2 changes
great_westernP30638+cross_countryC75357
On time
09:00 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h10
11:10 Oxford station (OXF)
1 change
thameslinkW59510+tfl_railG23800+great_westernP30043
On time
09:06 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h12
11:18 Oxford station (OXF)
2 changes
great_westernP30642+cross_countryC72316
On time
09:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW)
2h08
11:38 Oxford station (OXF)
1 change

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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Oxford trains with Omio?

Great Western Rail as well as Chiltern Railways, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) and more offer trains services from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways, Thameslink or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Chiltern Railways, Thameslink or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.

Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford

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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 55m.

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 £15
Distance
100 km
Average train duration
1h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
1h 55m
First train
07:00
Last train
23:22
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 £15

Train companies: Great Western Rail, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford trainsGreat Western Rail, Chiltern Railways, Thameslink, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Oxford from £15. 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 55m
Cheapest Price
£23
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

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 0m
Cheapest Price
£59
Chiltern Railways frequency
1 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

Thameslink

About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
£59
Thameslink frequency
26 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
£73
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
24 a day

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport to Oxford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Oxford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £23, while the average price tends to be around £41.
The train journey from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford covers a distance of 100 km and takes approximately 1h 55m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford is 100 km.
The first train from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford leaves at 7:00.
The last train from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford departs at 23:22.
Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.
To get from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.
The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from London Gatwick Airport 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 London Gatwick Airport to Oxford offers a mix of urban and countryside views. As you travel, you'll see the transition from bustling cityscapes to the scenic beauty of the English countryside, with rolling fields and quaint villages, making parts of the journey quite picturesque.
Yes, a day trip from London Gatwick Airport to Oxford is feasible as the journey takes 1h 55m and covers 100 km. There are 6 train journeys per day.
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 London Gatwick Airport to Oxford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Oxford

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Oxford
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Oxford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
5 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
  • 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: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Within the station building
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
  • Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Oxford Parkway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.

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