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York to Banbury train prices and times
Looking to travel from York to Banbury? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £22.30, with average prices for this route around £25.10.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Fri, Apr 25From £22.30
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- Sun, Apr 27From £22.30
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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01:31 York | 07:36 Banbury | 6h 5m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
02:35 York | 07:55 Banbury | 5h 20m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
04:40 York | 08:54 Banbury | 4h 14m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:03 York | 09:38 Banbury | 4h 35m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:03 York | 09:58 Banbury | 4h 55m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:25 York | 10:17 Paris | 2h 52m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
York to Banbury train route details

First train
01:31

Last train
20:40

Journey time
2h 39m

Distance
132 miles

Price
£22.30*
How to book cheap train tickets from York to Banbury

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 York to Banbury can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from York to Banbury for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 York to Banbury, 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 York to Banbury 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from York to Banbury more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
York to Banbury 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
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
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.