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The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Banbury

Showing times and prices for 23 Mar

Cheapest price

£216

Average price

£216

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

3 h 41 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

271 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Plymouth to Banbury will cost around £216 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £216.

Fast trains

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

Great Western Railway (GWR)
04:544h02
Plymouth
08:56Banbury
£2161One-way
1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)
05:554h01
Plymouth
09:56Banbury
£2161One-way
1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)
06:554h01
Plymouth
10:56Banbury
£2161One-way
1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)
08:163h40
Plymouth
11:56Banbury
£2161One-way
1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)
08:353h52
Plymouth
12:27Banbury
£2161One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Plymouth to Banbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Banbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £218.

Distance: 271 km

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£218

Average Price

£38

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3h 33m

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Live departures

Plymouth to Banbury train times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Banbury trains for tomorrow, Sunday 22 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:46
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Great Western Railway (GWR)04:54 Plymouth
4h02
08:56 Banbury1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)05:32 Plymouth
3h59
09:31 Banbury2 changes
Great Western Railway (GWR)05:55 Plymouth
4h01
09:56 Banbury1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)06:55 Plymouth
4h01
10:56 Banbury1 change
Great Western Railway (GWR)08:16 Plymouth
3h40
11:56 Banbury1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Plymouth to Banbury

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Trains from Plymouth to Banbury run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £218 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 271 km distance in 3h 40m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38
Distance
271 km
Average train duration
3h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£218
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 40m
First train
04:54
Last train
23:34
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38

Train companies: Great Western Rail, first_great_western from Plymouth to Banbury trainsGreat Western Rail, first_great_western trains will get you between Plymouth and Banbury from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 41m
Cheapest Price
£81
Great Western Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£218
first_great_western frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Plymouth to Banbury train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Banbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £218, while the average price tends to be around £218.
The train journey from Plymouth to Banbury covers a distance of 271 km and takes approximately 3h 40m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Plymouth to Banbury is 271 km.
The first train from Plymouth to Banbury leaves at 4:54.
The last train from Plymouth to Banbury departs at 23:34.
Trains from Plymouth to Banbury run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Plymouth to Banbury.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Plymouth to Banbury.
To get from Plymouth to Banbury, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Plymouth to Banbury.
The train station in Plymouth that goes to Banbury is Plymouth station (PLY), and it arrives at Banbury station (BAN).
The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Banbury is by coach, costing approximately £38.
Booking trains from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Banbury offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of Devon and the Cotswolds, showcasing rolling hills, charming villages, and countryside vistas.
A day trip from Plymouth to Banbury is not feasible as the journey duration is 3h 40m. However, there are 4 train trips available per day for this route, covering a distance of 271 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 Plymouth to Banbury.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Banbury

Plymouth
Banbury
The major train station for departures in Plymouth is Plymouth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth for your trip from Plymouth to Banbury.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 20:00 Saturday 05:20 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHSmith and Spar Supermarket
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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 the station subway. 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 public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4, Platform 7 and adjacent ticket counters.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 3 and 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Plymouth
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.” Step free access possible to South bound platform, there is no step free access for services to Plymouth. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Devonport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Albert Road Bus Stop adjacent to Exmouth Road.
DockyardParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Dockyard
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the bus stops on Keyham Road (B3396) near the turning to Keat Street

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