The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Banbury station (BAN)
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
41 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 £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 5 trains that leave Reading for Banbury station (BAN) every day 5 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 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 41 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Reading to Banbury station (BAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Banbury station (BAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 72 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£58 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Banbury station (BAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Banbury station (BAN) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 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 | |
![]() | 07:18 Reading | 1h03 | 08:21 Banbury station (BAN) | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Reading to Banbury station (BAN) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Reading to Banbury station (BAN).
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Banbury station (BAN)
Trains from Reading to Banbury station (BAN) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:16, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 40m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 01:16 |
Last train 23:32 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Reading to Banbury station (BAN) trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Reading and Banbury station (BAN) from £13. 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)
- 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.
