Trains from London Paddington to Oxford from £5.00

Are you planning on taking the train from London to Oxfordshire for a relaxing day trip or weekend away in the historical city of Oxford? Check out our guide below for all the information you’ll need to plan your journey from London Paddington to Oxford.

Setting out from London Paddington

Wondering how to visit Oxford from London by public transport? You’ll find frequent direct trains to Oxfordshire departing from London Paddington. With services departing for destinations across South West England and Wales as well as Heathrow Airport, this bustling transport hub is well connected to the capital. You can reach London Paddington by tube, with the station served by the Bakerloo, Circle, District and Hammersmith & City lines. The Elizabeth Line also calls at London Paddington, providing a convenient connection if you’re looking to easily get from East London to Oxfordshire via Paddington.

London Paddington station is well-equipped with useful facilities before you travel, including:

• ATMs
• Public Wi-Fi
• Accessible toilets
• Baby changing facilities
• Seating areas

There’s also a waiting room located near platform 12, which is open 07:00 to 22:00 every day.

If you’re travelling on a GWR First Class ticket, why not stop by the First Class lounge? Located on platform 1, the First Class lounge is available up to 2 hours before your train departs, giving you the opportunity to relax in the modern bar area or Victorian-style lounge before your train journey. The First Class lounge features comfortable seating, charging points, live TV and train information and complimentary drinks and snacks.

Feeling a bit peckish or in need of a coffee? London Paddington has plenty of stands, cafes and restaurants available for you to refuel before your train journey to Oxfordshire, including Barburrito, Burger King, Costa, Leon and Millie’s Cookies. Passengers looking to do a spot of shopping, whether for supplies or just retail therapy, won’t be disappointed with options including Oliver Bonas, Lush, Hotel Chocolat and Sainsbury’s Local. If you’ve got some extra time to spare, why not pop by nearby Paddington Square with its selection of shops, including Kate Spade and Mango.

One store you won’t find at other stations is the Paddington Bear™ shop, dedicated to the lovable character named after London Paddington station. There’s also a charming bronze statue of Paddington Bear designed by Marcus Cornish located by the station clock on platform 1.

Travelling from London to Oxfordshire with GWR

Great Western Railway (GWR) operate frequent direct services covering the 50 miles journey from London Paddington to Oxford, Oxfordshire’s county town. The quickest journey times take just 45m, with typical travel times of between 50 minutes and 1h 15m.

At certain times of day, there are trains departing Paddington for Oxford almost every 15 minutes, with common stops en route including Reading and Didcot Parkway. GWR trains feature complimentary onboard Wi-Fi to keep you connected during your journey.

With journey times of around an hour and the first train generally departing before 06:00, it’s definitely possible to enjoy a day trip from London to Oxfordshire, although with plenty to explore, you may well be tempted to extend to a weekend or longer. Either way, be sure to check out our Oxford destination guide featuring suggestions for things to do, where to stay and places to eat.

First Class from London to Oxfordshire with GWR

Upgrading to First Class with GWR means you can enjoy wider seats with extra legroom as well as tables with plug sockets during your journey from London Paddington to Oxford. You’ll also benefit from access to the First Class lounge at London Paddington station for up to 2 hours before your trip. Do bear in mind that there is no First Class catering service offered on the GWR Paddington to Oxford routes.

Advanced First Class fares are available to book using our journey planner. You’ll just need to choose your preferred route, then before proceeding to the payment screen, click on ‘View 1st Class & More tickets’ to see the available options in First Class.

How much is a train ticket from London Paddington to Oxford?

Train tickets from London Paddington to Oxford can start from as little as £5.00, with average fares usually around £5.00. If you’re looking for the cheapest way to get from London to Oxford, one of the best things to do is to book your tickets in advance. You might also want to consider travelling off-peak or making use of split tickets. Head over to our journey planner to compare prices and book advanced tickets.

Arriving at Oxford station

Having whizzed your way from London to Oxfordshire, you’ll disembark at Oxford station. Situated just outside the city centre, Oxford station is within walking distance of many of the city’s most famous attractions, including the Ashmolean Museum, the Bodleian Library and the Bridge of Sighs.

If you’re looking to grab a bite to eat or pick up supplies before your onward journey from Oxford station, you’ll find outlets including Costa, Upper Crust and M&S Simply Food on the station concourse. The station also has other useful facilities when you arrive, such as:

• Public Wi-Fi
• ATMs
• Waiting rooms
• Seating areas
• Accessible toilets
• Baby changing facilities

While Oxford, with its world-renowned university heritage and picturesque buildings, is well worth a visit, why not extend your trip to the surrounding area? Oxfordshire has many charming locations to visit, and although it’s not possible to get from London to destinations such as Woodstock, Blenheim Palace or Witney by train, there are local bus connections available from outside Oxford station. There are also onward train connections available from Oxford stations with destinations including Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire and Birmingham.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.