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Banbury Museum & Gallery
Local museum in Banbury Museum & Gallery, covering the town’s trade, canal heritage and the Civil War story.
Trains from Northampton to Banbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 23:12 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Northampton to Banbury.
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Banbury trains for today, Wednesday 28 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:42 Northampton | 1h11 | 6:53 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:42 Northampton | 1h12 | 7:54 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:38 Northampton | 1h15 | 8:53 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:40 Northampton | 1h17 | 9:57 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:40 Northampton | 1h14 | 10:54 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:40 Northampton | 1h14 | 11:54 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:40 Northampton | 1h14 | 12:54 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:40 Northampton | 1h14 | 13:54 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:40 Northampton | 1h14 | 14:54 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:42 Northampton | 1h13 | 15:55 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:40 Northampton | 1h14 | 16:54 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:40 Northampton | 1h15 | 17:55 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:40 Northampton | 1h14 | 18:54 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:40 Northampton | 1h15 | 19:55 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:40 Northampton | 1h13 | 20:53 Banbury | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:40 Northampton | 1h13 | 21:53 Banbury | 1 change | |
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Local museum in Banbury Museum & Gallery, covering the town’s trade, canal heritage and the Civil War story.
Exhibits traditional narrowboats, canal craft and working boatyard history at a distinctive canal-side heritage site.
A family-friendly military museum with uniforms, vehicles and displays on the history of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers.
Historic square and surrounding streets with market activity, heritage buildings and easy access to Banbury’s main sights.
Canal-side shopping and leisure area with waterside walks, modern public spaces and easy access to the museum and town centre.
A green riverside park with open lawns, a children’s play area and pleasant walking routes close to central Banbury.
A spiced fruit pastry linked to Banbury since the 17th century. Its currant filling and oval shape make it the town’s best-known traditional food.
A rich pie of layered meat, suet pastry and spices, long associated with Oxfordshire fairs and rural cooking near Banbury.
A classic pub dish of sausages with mashed potato and onion gravy. It is a staple across Oxfordshire and widely eaten in Banbury.
Contemporary steakhouse and grill offering steaks, burgers and cocktails in a polished town-centre dining room.
Popular modern Indian restaurant serving curries, grills and house specials in a smart but approachable setting.
Well-known riverside pub and restaurant near Banbury, valued for British dishes, Sunday roasts and a comfortable country feel.
Moderate for England: rooms, dining and rail are pricier than many UK towns, but Banbury is usually cheaper than Oxford or London for visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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.

Most Northampton to Banbury trains use the Northampton to Banbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Banbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Northampton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Northampton.
ATMs are available at Northampton.
Ticket office support is available at Northampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Northampton: Parking, WC.
Available at Northampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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.
Banbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Banbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Banbury. ATMs are available at Banbury.
Ticket office support is available at Banbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Banbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Banbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Banbury: 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.
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