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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford

Showing times and prices for 16 Jun

Cheapest price

£81

Average price

£81

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 16 m

Trains per day

Distance

100 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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 (LGW) to Oxford will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.

Fast trains

To travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford you need to make at least 2 changes.

Y37184+

P07811+

P08349

08:062h10

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:16Oxford station (OXF)

£811One-way

2 changes

Y36841+

P06782+

P08275+

C23387

08:162h21

Gatwick Airport (GTW)

10:37Oxford station (OXF)

£811One-way

3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m.

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Train	Most popular Coach
£50 Average Price	£28 Average Price Cheapest
2h 52m average duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 14m average duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday 15 June

Last updated at 03:22

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Y28569+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+C27627	On time 07:20 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h25	09:45 Oxford station (OXF)	2 changes
C28580 · C27931	On time 08:02 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h13	10:15 Oxford station (OXF)	1 change
C28651 · C27961	On time 08:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h19	10:45 Oxford station (OXF)	1 change
C28651+C23391	On time 08:26 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h12	10:38 Oxford station (OXF)	1 change
Y28888+Tube from London Victoria to London Paddington+C27932	On time 08:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW)	2h45	11:15 Oxford station (OXF)	2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford

United Kingdom

Trains from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.

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 £22

Distance

99 km

Average train duration

2h 22m

Cheapest ticket price

£28

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 5m

First train

06:59

Last train

23:22

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £22

Train providers: Great Western Rail, Southern and Chiltern Railways trains London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford

Great Western Rail, Southern and Chiltern Railways trains will get you to Oxford from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford with Great Western Rail:

Average Duration: 1 h 57 min
Cheapest Price: £15

Southern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local commuter services. Its trains include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, and Class 444 and 450. It also offers a variety of ticket types, such as Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southern Rail are London to Brighton, London to Southampton, and London to Portsmouth.

Southern from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 36 min
Cheapest Price: £56
Southern frequency: 1 a day

Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains to Oxford from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). 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.

Chiltern Railways from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: £57

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.

Train information from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford with Thameslink:

Average Duration: 2 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: £57
Thameslink frequency: 32 a day

FAQs: London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford.

Cheap train tickets from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford is £47; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Oxford is on average 2 h 8 min for the 61 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Oxford by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford leaves at 05: 28. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford leaves at 21: 16.

There are 5 trains a day from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford which require at least one change with Great Western Rail, Southern, Chiltern Railways or Thameslink. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford train with Great Western Rail, Southern, Chiltern Railways or Thameslink. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Oxford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 16.

A trip to Oxford from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 8 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oxford by train is April.

You have options as you can travel between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Oxford 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Oxford

London

Oxford

Oxford Parkway Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Lounge

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Information Desk

information

Address

Oxford Parkway station, Water Eaton Park & Ride, Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX2 8HA

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00

Distance to city center

5 km

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

Toilets Location: Within the station building
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
Storage CCTV: Yes

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.

Oxford

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

Oxford station, Park End Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1HS

Phone Number

+44 3451652030

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

Car Park: Station Car Park

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

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