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Get from Reading to Banbury
The journey takes about 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 273, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Banbury by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Reading to Banbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Banbury start from R 273. The average price for this train route is around R 827. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Reading to Banbury?
The average train journey time from Reading to Banbury is 42m, covering a distance of 72 km. The quickest train can get you there in 39m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Reading to Banbury route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, Great Western Railway.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Reading to Banbury?
The earliest train from Reading to Banbury departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 21:15.
Which is the best train operator from Reading to Banbury?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Reading to Banbury?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator CrossCountry has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Reading to Banbury?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Great Western Railway, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Reading to Banbury?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Great Western Railway, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Reading to Banbury was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 324To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Reading to Banbury as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 324 to R 1 313 for a train ticket from Reading to Banbury based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 327, which is on 2025-12-14.
Usually Great Western Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
