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East Midlands Railway

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Banbury to Market Harborough by train

First train

06:00

Last train

21:11

Departure station

Banbury

Arrival station

Market Harborough

Journey time

From 2h 5m

Distance

34 miles (55 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways

Travelling from Banbury to Market Harborough by train

Looking to travel from Banbury to Market Harborough by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 19 minutes to travel from Banbury to Market Harborough by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 5 minutes though. You'll usually find 12 trains per day running along the 34 miles (55 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Market Harborough, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways or CrossCountry to get to Market Harborough. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Banbury to Market Harborough in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

FAQs about the train journey from Banbury to Market Harborough

Want to know more about your journey from Banbury to Market Harborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Market Harborough from Banbury?

To travel to Market Harborough from Banbury, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 3 hours and 19 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 5 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Banbury to Market Harborough?

Trains from Banbury to Market Harborough take an average of 3 hours and 19 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 5 minutes. You'll usually find 12 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Banbury and Market Harborough by train?

The quickest journey time between Banbury and Market Harborough by train is 2 hours and 5 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Banbury to Market Harborough?

No, there are no direct trains running from Banbury to Market Harborough, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Banbury to Market Harborough

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Banbury to Market Harborough is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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