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Southampton to Banbury by train

First train

03:49

Last train

20:23

Departure station

Southampton

Arrival station

Banbury

Journey time

From 1h 30m

Distance

80 miles (128 km)

Frequency

38 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

CrossCountry

Take the train from Southampton to Banbury in 1 hour 30 minutes

If you want to travel from Southampton to Banbury by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Southampton to Banbury by train to take around 1 hour 48 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 38 trains per day running on this route, which spans 80 miles (128 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Banbury. You can travel with CrossCountry trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Southampton to Banbury are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Southampton to Banbury

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

How do you get to Banbury from Southampton?

To travel to Banbury from Southampton, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 48 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 30 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Southampton to Banbury?

Trains from Southampton to Banbury take an average of 1 hour and 48 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 30 minutes. You'll usually find 38 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 Southampton and Banbury by train?

The quickest journey time between Southampton and Banbury by train is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Southampton to Banbury?

Yes, there are direct trains running from Southampton to Banbury, you’ll usually find around 38 per day travelling on this route.

Cheap train tickets from Southampton 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 Southampton 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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