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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Banbury station (BAN)
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
41 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Banbury station (BAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Banbury station (BAN) will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 5 trains that leave Reading for Banbury station (BAN) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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.
Live departures
Reading to Banbury station (BAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Banbury station (BAN) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:15 Reading | 4h34 | 05:49 Banbury station (BAN) | 1 change | |
| 05:50 Reading | 1h25 | 07:15 Banbury station (BAN) | 1 change | |
| 06:15 Reading | 0h41 | 06:56 Banbury station (BAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:45 Reading | 0h41 | 07:26 Banbury station (BAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:15 Reading | 0h41 | 07:56 Banbury station (BAN) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Banbury station (BAN)
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Trains from Reading to Banbury station (BAN) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 39m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 22:43 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Reading to Banbury station (BAN) trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Reading and Banbury station (BAN) from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Banbury station (BAN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Banbury station (BAN) 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 station (BAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Banbury station (BAN)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:15 Saturday 06:35 - 19:15 Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent
- Car Park: There are three car parks at Banbury Station: the Multi-Storey Car Park, the Main Car Park, and the Approach Road Car Park. Prices are the same at all three car parks.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 00:15 Saturday 05:00 - 00:15 Sunday 08:00 - 00:20
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Near station entrance next to taxi rank and on entry to the multi storey car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.
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