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Bicester Museum
A volunteer-run local museum presenting Bicester's social, military and market-town history through changing displays.
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Bicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Bicester will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 2 trains that leave Luton for Bicester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 m 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Bicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 51 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£55 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Bicester trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:29 Luton | 2h24 | 11:53 Bicester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:56 Luton | 2h22 | 18:18 Bicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Luton to Bicester run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Bicester — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bicester trip today.
A volunteer-run local museum presenting Bicester's social, military and market-town history through changing displays.
An aviation heritage site with exhibitions, collections and open events celebrating RAF Bicester and historic motoring buildings.
A nearby art venue showing contemporary exhibitions in a historic house, set within landscaped grounds at Waddesdon.
A designer shopping village with landscaped streets and frequent events, popular for browsing and people-watching.
A green open space for walks, sport and relaxed local atmosphere, close to the town centre and easy to combine with sightseeing.
Bicester's traditional market square area, useful for a stroll among independent shops, civic buildings and town-centre activity.
A classic Oxfordshire sausage made with pork and herbs. It is a nearby county speciality often found in Bicester pubs and reflects local butchery traditions.
A rich fruit cake from nearby Banbury, filled with currants and spice. It is a traditional Oxfordshire treat long linked with the wider region around Bicester.
A yeasted bun flavoured with saffron and dried fruit. Popular across Oxfordshire, it is a historic tea-time bake tied to local home baking traditions.
Popular independent Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, meze and warm service in a smart casual setting.
Stylish restaurant in Bicester Village serving modern Italian dishes, pasta and seafood in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Well-known town centre pub and restaurant with British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a historic coaching inn atmosphere.
Moderate for England: chain hotels and dining are pricier than many UK towns, but good value options exist. Rail to Oxford or London can add noticeable cost.
Service is often included in restaurants; if not, tip about 10%. Taxis are usually rounded up or 10%. Cafés do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Bicester Village station -> Pioneer Square, Bicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Bicester 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 Bicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to Bicester trains use the Luton to Bicester Village station pair, with some services arriving at Bicester North. Use this guide to compare Luton and Bicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bicester Village has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bicester Village.
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester Village.
Ticket office support is available at Bicester Village.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bicester Village: Parking, WC.
Available at Bicester Village: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester Village: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. There is step free access to all platforms, 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, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Bicester North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Bicester North.
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester North.
Ticket office support is available at Bicester North. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bicester North: Parking, WC.
Available at Bicester North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester North: 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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