Par to Banbury train with Cross Country

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Par to Banbury

Showing times and prices for 28 Mar

Cheapest price

£240

Average price

£240

Fastest journey

4 h 32 m

Average duration

4 h 35 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

302 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Par to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Par to Banbury will cost around £240 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £240.

Fast trains

To travel from Par to Banbury you need to make at least one change.

Great Western Railway (GWR)
07:124h45
Par
11:57Banbury
£2401One-way
1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)
08:154h41
Par
12:56Banbury
£2401One-way
1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)
09:204h36
Par
13:56Banbury
£2401One-way
1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)
10:204h36
Par
14:56Banbury
£2401One-way
1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)
11:204h36
Par
15:56Banbury
£2401One-way
1 change

Live departures

Par to Banbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Par to Banbury trains for today, Friday 27 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 05:52
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)07:05 Par
4h51
11:56 Banbury1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)07:31 Par
4h56
12:27 Banbury2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)08:13 Par
4h43
12:56 Banbury1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)09:19 Par
4h37
13:56 Banbury1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)10:19 Par
4h37
14:56 Banbury1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Par to Banbury by train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Par to Banbury

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Trains from Par to Banbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £241 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 09:23, the last at 15:19. The fastest train covers the 302 km distance in 4h 32m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
302 km
Average train duration
5h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£241
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
4h 32m
First train
09:23
Last train
15:19
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Cross Country, first_great_western from Par to Banbury trainsCross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Par and Banbury from £241. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 56m
Cheapest Price
£254
Cross Country frequency
1 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 32m
Cheapest Price
£241
first_great_western frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Par to Banbury train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Par 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Par to Banbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £241, while the average price tends to be around £245.
The train journey from Par to Banbury covers a distance of 302 km and takes approximately 4h 32m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Par to Banbury is 302 km.
The first train from Par to Banbury leaves at 9:23.
The last train from Par to Banbury departs at 15:19.
Trains from Par to Banbury run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Par to Banbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Par to Banbury.
To travel from Par to Banbury, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Par to Banbury.
The cheapest way to get from Par to Banbury is by train, costing approximately £241.
Booking trains from Par to Banbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Par to Banbury is considered scenic as it passes through picturesque countryside, charming villages, and offers views of the rolling hills of the Cotswolds, providing a pleasant and visually appealing travel experience.
A day trip from Par to Banbury is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 32m. There are 12 train trips per day. The distance is 302 km.
A stay of two to three days in Banbury is ideal for exploring its historic market town charm, visiting landmarks like Banbury Cross and the Tooley's Boatyard, and enjoying the surrounding Oxfordshire countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Par to Banbury.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Par and Banbury

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Banbury
The major train station for departures in Par is Par. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Par for your trip from Par to Banbury.
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ParkingParking
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:20 - 14:10 Saturday 07:20 - 14:10 Sunday Closed
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 southbound services all remaining platforms can only be accessed via a step bridge. 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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: No
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Par
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on the Eastcliffe road, on the right hand side of the station entrance.(Station side for Plymouth over the road for Penzance)

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