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Bicester to Thornaby train prices and times

Planning a journey from Bicester to Thornaby? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SAR 268.30, with average prices for this route around SAR 268.30. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
20:37 9h 48m, No direct Bicester Village	06:25 +1 Thornaby	Find Tickets
20:48 9h 37m, No direct Bicester Village	06:25 +1 Thornaby	Find Tickets
21:12 12h 19m, No direct Bicester Village	09:31 +1 Thornaby	Find Tickets
21:26 10h 3m, No direct Bicester North	07:29 +1 Thornaby	Find Tickets
23:01 10h 30m, No direct Bicester Village	09:31 +1 Thornaby	Find Tickets
23:46 9h 45m, No direct Bicester Village	09:31 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Bicester to Thornaby train route details

First train

00:57

Last train

23:50

Departure station

Bicester

Arrival station

Thornaby

Journey time

4h 20m

Distance

185 miles

Price

SAR 268.30*

Train Operators

Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Bicester to Thornaby

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bicester to Thornaby can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bicester to Thornaby, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bicester to Thornaby ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Bicester to Thornaby more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bicester to Thornaby train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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