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About Banbury (BAN) Train Station

Station managed by: Chiltern Railways

Banbury station
Station Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 5AB

Banbury Station can be found on Station Road in Banbury as shown on the map, and is operated by Chiltern Railways.

Read on for more information about the facilities and help available at Banbury Rail Station, connections for onwards travel, and live arrivals and departures information.

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Everything you need to know about Banbury Station

Welcome to Banbury Train Station: Your Gateway to Exploration

Nestled in the heart of the charming town of Banbury, the train station acts as a vibrant hub of connectivity for locals and visitors alike. Whether you're commuting for work or setting off on a leisure trip, Banbury Train Station stands ready to serve your travel needs with a blend of modern facilities and accessibility features that ensure your journey gets off to an optimal start. In this guide, we’ll take you through everything there is to know about the station, from its facilities, transport links, and popular travel destinations. Let’s dive in!

Facilities at Banbury Station: Convenience at Your Fingertips

The station is equipped with a range of amenities designed for comfort and convenience. The ticket office has generous hours, remaining open from 5:45 AM to 8:15 PM on weekdays, ensuring you can purchase or collect tickets at ease. There are ticket machines available, with accessible options to cater to all needs. Smartcard holders can rejoice as there are card validators stationed throughout.

Banbury Station prides itself on being highly accessible, with step-free access throughout and lifts connecting all platforms. However, note that while there are accessible ticket machines and ramps for train access, accessible toilets are currently unavailable. For those in need of assistance, staff are available every day from early morning until late at night, and help points are conveniently spread throughout the premises.

Transport Links: Seamless Connections

Getting to and from Banbury Station is a breeze, thanks to its excellent connectivity with other transport modes. If you're facing a rail replacement situation, buses are conveniently located at the front of the station. Need a cab? You can easily find taxis waiting outside as well. For a comprehensive guide on bus connections, you can access printable resources here.

Venture Beyond: Popular Train Routes

Banbury's strategic location makes it a perfect starting point for exploring various places. For daily commuters or city explorers, frequent trains run from Banbury to London Marylebone and Birmingham New Street. Scenic trips to Oxford offer a taste of the city's rich academic heritage, while the vibrant shopping districts of Bicester North await fashion enthusiasts. Whether you’re off to explore the historical sites in Warwick or journeying to Reading, your adventure starts in Banbury.

End Your Journey on a High Note

After a day of exploration or a successful meeting, returning to Banbury Station ensures a smooth transition back home. Grab a coffee from the café or pick up a newspaper from the kiosk before you depart. With public Wi-Fi available, staying connected is seamless whether you’re catching up on emails or sharing your day’s adventures with friends.

Amidst the hustle of everyday life, let Banbury Train Station be the calm you return to, a place that combines function with friendly service. Consider booking your tickets today as you immerse yourself in all that Banbury and its surrounding areas have to offer.

If you're yearning for fresh travels and experiences, Banbury serves as just the setting from which to begin. Enjoy the journey!

Banbury Station details & facilities

Ticket Office
Ticket Office Opening hours
Monday to Friday:05:45 to 20:15
Saturday:06:35 to 19:15
Sunday:08:10 to 17:40
Ticket machinesYes
Collect tickets bought onlineYes

Collect tickets at the ticket machine

Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Smartcards
Smartcards issued at this stationYes
Smartcard validatorsYes
Information available from staff

Yes - from help point

Yes - from ticket office

Customer information

DepartureScreens

ArrivalScreens

Announcements

Staff help available
Monday to Friday:05:15 to 01:30
Saturday:05:15 to 01:30
Sunday:07:00 to 23:00
Customer help pointsYes
Customer services notes

03456 005 165 (0830 to 1730, Mondays to Fridays)

Luggage storageNo
Lost property
Monday to Friday:12:00 to 20:00

None

CCTV at the stationYes
Station Accessibility
Step-free access

Step free access is available throughout the whole station.

Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts.

Ticket barriers and gatesYes
Accessible ticket machinesYes
Induction loopYes
Ramp for train accessYes
Accessible ToiletsNo
Waiting rooms
Monday to Friday:05:15 to 00:00
Saturday:06:00 to 00:00
Sunday:07:45 to 00:00
Seating areaYes
Wheelchairs availableYes
Getting to and from the station
Accessible taxis hereNo
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up pointYes

At station entrance.

Accessible spaces14
Accessible car park equipmentTrue

None

Staff Help
Staff help available
Monday to Friday:05:15 to 01:30
Saturday:05:15 to 01:30
Sunday:07:00 to 23:00
Customer Help Points and Meeting PointYes
Helpline

We want everyone to travel with confidence. That is why, if you are planning on travelling on national rail services, you can request an assistance booking in advance - now up to 2 hours before your journey is due to start, any time of the day. For more information about Passenger Assist and how to request an assistance booking via Passenger Assist, please click here.

ToiletsYes

Accessible toilets on platforms 2

Accessible ToiletsNo
Baby ChangingYes
Waiting rooms
Monday to Friday:05:15 to 00:00
Saturday:06:00 to 00:00
Sunday:07:45 to 00:00
Seating areaYes
1st Class LoungeNo
There are three car parks at Banbury Station: the Multi-Storey Car Park, the Main Car Park, and the Approach Road Car Park. Prices are the same at all three car parks.
OperatorChiltern Railways
Car Parking Availability
Monday to Sunday:Open 24 hours
Spaces978
Accessible spaces14
Accessible car park equipmentYes
Car park CCTVYes
Parking charges
Note<p>The weekday off peak start time is 1200 at this station.</p><p>Free short stay parking (maximum 20 minutes) is available in designated bays on the ground floor of the East side (Multi-Storey) car park.</p>
Daily£8.90
Annual£1,360.20
Sunday£5.75
Weekly£34.10
Monthly£129.90
Off_peak£5.75
Saturday£5.75
Refreshment FacilitiesAvailable

Café

ATM MachineAvailable
ShopsAvailable

Kiosk News agent

Currency ExchangeNo
Pay PhonesYes
Public Wi-FiAvailable
Bicycle Storage
Spaces63

Near station entrance next to taxi rank and on entry to the multi storey car park.

Type of StorageStands,
ShelteredYes
CCTVNo
Bicycle Hire
Cycle Hire InformationThere are no cycle hire facilities at this station

Transport Links to and from Banbury Station

All you need to know about Banbury's links with other modes of transport, including local bus services, taxis, care hire & more

Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station.

At front of station.

Information to plan your onward journey is available in a printable format here

Live Departures and arrivals from Banbury Station

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Banbury station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.