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Ightham Mote
Historic house museum near Tonbridge, noted for Tudor and Jacobean rooms, furniture and decorative arts in a rural setting.
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Trains from Oxford to Tonbridge run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 21:37 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Historic house museum near Tonbridge, noted for Tudor and Jacobean rooms, furniture and decorative arts in a rural setting.
Volunteer-run local history museum with displays on Tonbridge life, trade and notable residents, set in a characterful old building.
Country house with collections, period interiors and regular exhibitions. It combines art, history and landscaped grounds.
Large riverside park with sports areas, play spaces, open lawns and easy walks. A popular local spot beside the castle.
Attractive riverside path through central Tonbridge, ideal for a gentle walk with views of the Medway, bridges and historic buildings.
Riverside green space with paths, gardens and access to the castle grounds. It is a pleasant place to pause near the town centre.
A Kent pub staple of local sausages in Yorkshire pudding with onion gravy. A hearty county favourite often found on traditional menus.
Classic English apple pie made with Kentish apples, a fruit long linked to the Garden of England. Often served warm with custard or cream.
Soft local cheese from nearby Kent, known for its bloomy rind and rich, mushroomy flavour. It reflects the county’s strong dairy tradition.
Popular modern restaurant focusing on Thai cooking, with stylish interiors and a lively atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Riverside pub and restaurant serving modern British dishes, steaks and roasts in a polished but relaxed setting near Tonbridge town centre.
Historic pub with a traditional feel, known for British classics, local ales and a central position close to Tonbridge Castle.
Moderate for south-east England. Rooms and rail fares can be pricey, but pub meals, cafés and local buses are manageable for most visitors.
Service is sometimes included in restaurants; otherwise tip 10-12.5% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oxford to Tonbridge trains use the Oxford to Tonbridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Tonbridge 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.
Tonbridge has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Tonbridge.
ATMs are available at Tonbridge.
Ticket office support is available at Tonbridge. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tonbridge: Parking, WC.
Available at Tonbridge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tonbridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Step free access to the booking hall from Railway Approach Road. Steps and step free access via lifts down to all platforms from the booking hall. Step free access from the blue badge parking in Barden Road direct to platform 3 and 4 for services away from London. Step free access via the station overbridge and lifts to platforms 1 and 2 for services towards London, Redhill ( for Gatwick) and Tunbridge Wells, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance is available from this station from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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