Travelling from Leicester to Banbury by train

Want to know how to get from Leicester to Banbury by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Leicester to Banbury take around 1 hour and 22 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 65 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Leicester is scheduled to depart at around  06:17. The last departure is usually at around 22:56 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Leicester at around 05:49, with the last train leaving at around 22:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 40 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 28 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$39.42.

We think any time is a great time to visit Banbury, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Banbury.

Is there a direct train from Leicester to Banbury?

The journey between Leicester and Banbury usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leicester to Banbury every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Leicester to Banbury?

The Leicester to Banbury train travel takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Banbury train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Banbury leaving Leicester at around 06:17 and the last train leaving at around 22:56 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 05:49, with the final departure at 22:20.