How to get to Banbury from Bristol

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Compare train and coach for Bristol to Banbury

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Banbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a train costs an average of £57.

Distance: 110 km

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£57

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£48

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£30

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2h 19m

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1h 49m

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30m

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4h 10m

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3h 40m

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1h 52m

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Compare ways to travel from Bristol to Banbury

Compare the available ways to get from Bristol to Banbury, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Banbury is a coach with an average price of £48.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Banbury:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Banbury costing on average £57.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Banbury is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Banbury take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Banbury including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 49m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £30 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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Best day trips from Banbury by train

The most popular day trips by train from Banbury are Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, London and Birmingham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Banbury on Omio.

A view of Oxford

Day trip from Banbury to Oxford by train

Why visit Oxford for the day?

Oxford is known for its historic university, elegant colleges and long academic tradition. Its medieval streets, museums and riverside setting give the city a thoughtful but lively character.

A view of Stratford-upon-Avon

Day trip from Banbury to Stratford-upon-Avon by train

Why visit Stratford-upon-Avon for the day?

Stratford-upon-Avon is best known as Shakespeare’s birthplace, with Tudor streets and a strong theatre scene. Its riverside setting and historic centre give the town a cultured, easy-paced feel.

A view of London

Day trip from Banbury to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.

A view of Birmingham

Day trip from Banbury to Birmingham by train

Why visit Birmingham for the day?

Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.

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FAQs: Bristol to Banbury

Travel to Banbury easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Banbury.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bristol and Banbury including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Banbury is a coach with an average price of £48.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Banbury:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Banbury costing on average £57.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Banbury is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Banbury take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 10m.

The Bristol to Banbury distance is approximately 110 km.
The average frequency per day from Bristol to Banbury is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Banbury as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bristol to Banbury:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and arrive in Banbury station (BAN).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bristol, Airport (Public Transport Interchange) and arrive in Banbury, Hennef Way Roundabout.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bristol to Banbury, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Banbury by coach.
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to Banbury by train.
Omio customers who travel from Bristol to Banbury often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Marylebone (MYB), Oxford, Oxford station (OXF), Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Banbury and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bristol to Banbury, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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.

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