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River & Rowing Museum
Museum beside the river covering rowing, the Thames, and Henley history. Interactive displays and Regatta stories make it one of the town's main cultural stops.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Henley-on-Thames is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Henley-on-Thames will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 1 trains from Oxford to Henley-on-Thames, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.

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Trains from Oxford to Henley-on-Thames run on average 7 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 39m.
Distance 35 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:31 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Henley-on-Thames trains for tomorrow, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 10:16 Oxford | 1h11 | 11:27 Henley-on-Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum beside the river covering rowing, the Thames, and Henley history. Interactive displays and Regatta stories make it one of the town's main cultural stops.
Small gallery and arts venue presenting changing exhibitions by local and visiting artists. A useful stop for contemporary art in the town centre.
Compact community museum in nearby River and Rowing Museum collections context is unavailable, so this local heritage display offers added background on the area.
Tree-lined riverside promenade and park popular for boating views, picnics, and Regatta atmosphere. It is one of the best places for a relaxed walk.
Picturesque waterside reach south of the centre known for footpaths, rowing views, and access towards the Regatta course and countryside.
Historic shopping street with traditional buildings, independent shops, and easy access to the river. It is ideal for exploring the town centre on foot.
An Oxfordshire sausage of pork, veal, lemon and herbs, linked to nearby Oxford and long served across local pubs and homes.
A soft, baked rich cheese from Oxfordshire, often served warm with bread. It is a notable regional dairy speciality from the Thames Valley area.
A traditional Oxfordshire plum and almond tart or pie, associated with local fruit growing and country baking in the county.
Smart riverside dining in a historic hotel, known for polished modern British cooking and a refined setting near the bridge.
Popular modern British bistro with steak, seafood and grill dishes in a stylish yet relaxed central Henley setting.
Lively pub and dining room serving British favourites, local drinks and seasonal dishes close to the Thames.
Moderate for southern England: rooms and dining can be pricey, but pubs, cafés and rail links keep typical visitor costs below London.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafés and pubs: optional small change or round up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Henley-on-Thames 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 Henley-on-Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oxford to Henley-on-Thames trains use the Oxford to Henley-on-Thames station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Henley-on-Thames train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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.
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: 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.
Henley-on-Thames has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Henley-on-Thames.
Wi-Fi is available at Henley-on-Thames.
Ticket office support is available at Henley-on-Thames.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Henley-on-Thames: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Henley-on-Thames: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Henley-on-Thames: 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 the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no 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 are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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