Doncaster to Banbury by train

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Overview: trains from Doncaster to Banbury

Find the key information for travelling by train from Doncaster to Banbury, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:46 View journey
Last train 19:00 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 16m View journey
Distance (km) 163
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey £41.95 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 22m
Train operators 1

Travelling from Doncaster to Banbury by train

Considering a train trip from Doncaster to Banbury? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Doncaster and Banbury

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically £41.95, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Doncaster to Banbury train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:46.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 19:00.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:47.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 19:00.

  • 21 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 26 minutes.

Doncaster to Banbury train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 163 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours and 16 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Doncaster and Banbury?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Doncaster and Banbury 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Doncaster to Banbury

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Doncaster and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Banbury city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Doncaster to Banbury

Want to know more about your journey from Doncaster to Banbury? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Doncaster and Banbury is 163 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.