The cheapest and fastest trains from Winchester to Bicester
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winchester to Bicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winchester to Bicester will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 2 trains that leave Winchester for Bicester every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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
Winchester to Bicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Winchester to Bicester trains for tomorrow, Sunday 18 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:23 Winchester | 3h04 | 09:27 Bicester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winchester to Bicester
Trains from Winchester to Bicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 00:50 |
Last train 21:41 |
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FAQs: Winchester to Bicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winchester to Bicester 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 Bicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Winchester and Bicester
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 07:00 - 20:30 Please note; these are the the opening times for the ticket office in the booking hall on platform 1. The ticket office on platform 2 is open from 06:15 - 08:40 Monday to Friday.
- Type of shops available: Marks and Spencer in the booking hall on Platform 2. (closed since March 2020.)
- Car Park: Smart Car
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Toilets are closed at 2030. The toilets are located on both platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is located on Platform 2. The seating complies with the Code of Practice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 car park, platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Hill Bus Stop
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. There is step free access to all platforms.
- 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
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Men, Women and Disabled and baby change facilities are located in the station building near the gate line.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is seating within the station building and shelters on the platforms.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Approach Road
- Metro: The Bicester Village Shuttle Bus operates between Bicester Village Station and Bicester North Station every 15mins from 08:30 to 21:30.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:10 Saturday 06:35 - 18:00 Sunday 08:10 - 16:40
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets on platforms 1
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: By the Bicester Village Shuttle Bus stop and also on opposite side of station approach.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.
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