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Oxford to London train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Oxford to London, starting from £5.40 and averaging £5.40. The entire journey takes no more than 53m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
- Sun, Aug 10From £15.00
- Mon, Aug 11From £5.40
- Tue, Aug 12From £5.40
- Wed, Aug 13From £5.40
- Thu, Aug 14From £5.40
- Fri, Aug 15From £12.00
- Sat, Aug 16From £5.40
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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21:41 Oxford | 23:07 London Marylebone | 1h 26m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
22:11 Oxford | 23:35 London Marylebone | 1h 24m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
22:16 Oxford | 23:24 London Paddington | 1h 8m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
22:24 Oxford | 23:38 London Paddington | 1h 14m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
23:05 Oxford | 01:07+1 Paris | 2h 2m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Oxford to London train route details





Oxford to London train tickets: everything you need to know
Oxford Station is one of two serving the city of Oxford, England. It is about 0.5 miles west of the city centre, which provides around 64 regular trains per day to London Paddington. The station is served by Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, and Great Western Railway.
If taking a service from Great Western Railway, duration time for trains can vary depending on the number of stops. For example, the direct route makes just one stop at Reading, taking around 55 minutes, while the longer route can take around an hour and 13 minutes. During longer journeys, you can typically disembark at Radley, Culham, and Appleford. You can also take a CrossCountry service and change at Reading or Didcot Parkway, but these journeys typically take longer.
The average cost of train tickets from Oxford to London Paddington is £5.40. To save on your journey, consider booking in advance or purchasing a Railcard, which can save you up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
London Paddington is a London railway station located on Praed Street in the Paddington area, served by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth Line, and Heathrow Express. It is well-connected to various destinations including Heathrow Airport, Cardiff, Shenfield, and Birmingham, as well as the London Underground system, specifically the Bakerloo, Circle, District and Hammersmith & City line.
First-class tickets
You can travel from Oxford to London in even greater comfort with First Class Tickets.
As this route is covered by multiple providers, it's best to check whether this is applicable for your specific journey when booking and what is included with the ticket. Depending on provider, this ticket may include:
- Access to the London Paddington First Class lounge
- Wider seats with extra legroom for greater comfort onboard
- Tables with plug and USB sockets – perfect for those using laptops
- Enhanced Wi-Fi onboard for those working, streaming or browsing
- A range of drinks and snacks, including teas, coffees, juices, sodas, biscuits, cakes and crisps.
For more details about First Class Tickets, please check our Change, Refund, and Delay Repay Policy.
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How much does it cost to take the train from Oxford to London?
The cost of a train ticket from Glasgow to Edinburgh varies depending on factors such as the time of booking, type of ticket (peak or Off-Peak), and train operator. Generally, prices start from around £5.40 for a single ticket when booked in advance, though often average around £5.40.
What is the best way to get from Oxford to London?
The best way to travel from Oxford to London is by train. Trains are frequent, fast, and convenient, with services operated by Great Western Railway (GWR) and Chiltern Railways. The train journey typically takes around an hour. Alternatively, buses such as the Oxford Tube offer budget-friendly travel, though the journey takes longer (approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes).
How long is the train between Oxford and London?
The train journey from Oxford to London typically takes around an hour. This can vary slightly depending on the specific service and the London station you are travelling to (London Paddington or London Marylebone).
Does Oxford have 2 train stations?
Yes. Oxford has one main train station: Oxford Station, but there is also Oxford Parkway, which is located north of the city and serves as an additional station for certain routes, particularly those operated by Chiltern Railways.
Can I use my Oyster card in Oxford?
No, you cannot use an Oyster card in Oxford. Oyster cards are only valid within the London fare zones. For travel to and from Oxford, you will need to purchase separate train tickets or use other payment methods accepted by the train operators.
What train company runs from Oxford to London?
Train services from Oxford to London are operated by Great Western Railway (GWR) and Chiltern Railways. GWR trains run from Oxford to London Paddington. And Chiltern Railways trains run from Oxford and Oxford Parkway to London Marylebone.
How to book cheap train tickets from Oxford to London

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Network Railcard for Southeast England

Travelling in off-peak train times

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Group travels to save 1/3
Oxford to London train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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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