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St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery
Local museum in a former schoolhouse with displays on salt making, smuggling, sailing and everyday life in Lymington.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Lymington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Lymington will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
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Trains from Oxford to Lymington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 3:52 |
Last train 22:05 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Oxford to Lymington.
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Lymington trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:16 Oxford | 2h33 | 9:49 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:16 Oxford | 2h03 | 10:19 Lymington Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:18 Oxford | 2h01 | 11:19 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:19 Oxford | 2h00 | 12:19 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:16 Oxford | 2h03 | 13:19 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:15 Oxford | 2h04 | 14:19 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:16 Oxford | 2h03 | 15:19 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:17 Oxford | 2h02 | 16:19 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:16 Oxford | 2h05 | 17:21 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:16 Oxford | 2h05 | 18:21 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:17 Oxford | 2h08 | 19:25 Lymington Town | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:17 Oxford | 2h08 | 20:25 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:16 Oxford | 2h09 | 21:25 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 20:19 Oxford | 2h06 | 22:25 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:15 Oxford | 7h51 | 6:06 Lymington Town | 2 changes | |
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Local museum in a former schoolhouse with displays on salt making, smuggling, sailing and everyday life in Lymington.
Small maritime heritage display at Buckler’s Hard showing shipbuilding, village life and links to Royal Navy history on the Beaulieu River.
Motor museum at Beaulieu with a major collection of cars, motoring memorabilia and changing displays suitable for a full day out.
Historic quay with fishing boats, sailing activity and waterside walks; one of the best places to feel Lymington’s harbour character.
Long Georgian high street lined with independent shops and historic buildings, ideal for a stroll through the town centre.
Coastal reserve of lagoons, marshes and sea views, popular for walking, birdwatching and peaceful routes towards Keyhaven.
Traditional Hampshire pork sausage, usually herby and savoury. A long-standing county favourite often served with mash or in a breakfast.
A simple New Forest treat of local strawberries with rich cream. Loved in summer for showcasing nearby soft fruit at peak season.
Locally landed crab from the south coast, often served dressed or in sandwiches. Valued for its sweet flavour and strong harbour-to-table link.
Smart brasserie on the quay serving seafood, steaks and modern British dishes in a relaxed waterside setting.
Popular bakery and café for artisan bread, pastries, brunch and coffee. Casual, busy and well liked by locals and visitors.
Lively waterfront seafood restaurant known for fish, shellfish and harbour views, with a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Moderate for southern England. Rooms and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés and pubs do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Lymington Town -> Lymington High Street, Lymington
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Lymington 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 Lymington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oxford to Lymington trains use the Oxford to Lymington Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Lymington 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.
Lymington Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lymington Town.
Wi-Fi is available at Lymington Town.
Ticket office support is available at Lymington Town.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lymington Town: Parking, WC.
Available at Lymington Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lymington Town: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: Local taxi numbers; Lymington Taxis 01590 670670 Allports Taxis 01590 679792, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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