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Great Yarmouth to Banbury by train

First train

06:12

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Great Yarmouth

Arrival station

Banbury

Journey time

From 4h 32m

Distance

134 miles (216 km)

Frequency

6 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway, Chiltern Railways

About the train journey from Great Yarmouth to Banbury

Want to travel from Great Yarmouth to Banbury by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Great Yarmouth to Banbury usually takes 6 hours 28 minutes on average to travel 134 miles (216 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 32 minutes. You can expect to find 6 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Banbury, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.

You can save money on train tickets from Great Yarmouth to Banbury if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

FAQs about the train journey from Great Yarmouth to Banbury

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

How do I travel from Great Yarmouth to Banbury?

You can get from Great Yarmouth to Banbury by train in 6 hours and 28 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 4 hours and 32 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Great Yarmouth to Banbury take?

The average journey time by train between Great Yarmouth and Banbury is 6 hours and 28 minutes, with around 6 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Great Yarmouth and Banbury by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Great Yarmouth to Banbury is 4 hours and 32 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Great Yarmouth to Banbury?

No, there are no direct train services from Great Yarmouth to Banbury. Travelling from Great Yarmouth to Banbury by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

Cheap train tickets from Great Yarmouth to Banbury

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 Great Yarmouth to Banbury 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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