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Banbury Museum & Gallery
Local museum in Banbury Museum & Gallery, covering the town’s trade, canal heritage and the Civil War story.
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£68
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£69
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
2 h 44 m
Trains on 13 Sept
10
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warrington to Banbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warrington to Banbury will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington to Banbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £68 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £68, while a train costs an average of £68.
Distance: 170 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£68 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 16m by train vs 2h 21m by car). Tickets start at around £68 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Warrington to Banbury run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 6:24 |
Last train 21:42 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Local museum in Banbury Museum & Gallery, covering the town’s trade, canal heritage and the Civil War story.
Exhibits traditional narrowboats, canal craft and working boatyard history at a distinctive canal-side heritage site.
A family-friendly military museum with uniforms, vehicles and displays on the history of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers.
Historic square and surrounding streets with market activity, heritage buildings and easy access to Banbury’s main sights.
Canal-side shopping and leisure area with waterside walks, modern public spaces and easy access to the museum and town centre.
A green riverside park with open lawns, a children’s play area and pleasant walking routes close to central Banbury.
A spiced fruit pastry linked to Banbury since the 17th century. Its currant filling and oval shape make it the town’s best-known traditional food.
A rich pie of layered meat, suet pastry and spices, long associated with Oxfordshire fairs and rural cooking near Banbury.
A classic pub dish of sausages with mashed potato and onion gravy. It is a staple across Oxfordshire and widely eaten in Banbury.
Contemporary steakhouse and grill offering steaks, burgers and cocktails in a polished town-centre dining room.
Popular modern Indian restaurant serving curries, grills and house specials in a smart but approachable setting.
Well-known riverside pub and restaurant near Banbury, valued for British dishes, Sunday roasts and a comfortable country feel.
Moderate for England: rooms, dining and rail are pricier than many UK towns, but Banbury is usually cheaper than Oxford or London for visitors.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up or tipped 10%. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Banbury Station -> Banbury Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington 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.

Most Warrington to Banbury trains use the Warrington Bank Quay to Banbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Warrington and Banbury train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Warrington Bank Quay is 1 km from Warrington city centre. Public transport options include:
Warrington Bank Quay has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Wi-Fi is available at Warrington Bank Quay. ATMs are available at Warrington Bank Quay.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Bank Quay. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Warrington Bank Quay: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Bank Quay: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Warrington Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Warrington Central.
Ticket office support is available at Warrington Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Warrington Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Warrington Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warrington Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Banbury has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Banbury.
Wi-Fi is available at Banbury. ATMs are available at Banbury.
Ticket office support is available at Banbury.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Banbury: Parking, WC.
Available at Banbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Banbury: 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.
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