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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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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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Ticket Office Opening hours |
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Ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
Collect tickets bought online | Yes Collect tickets at the ticket machine | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Smartcards | |||||||
Smartcards issued at this station | Yes | ||||||
Smartcard validators | Yes |
Information available from staff | Yes - from help point Yes - from ticket office | ||||||
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Customer information | DepartureScreens ArrivalScreens Announcements | ||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer help points | Yes | ||||||
Customer services notes | 03456 005 165 (0830 to 1730, Mondays to Fridays) | ||||||
Luggage storage | No | ||||||
Lost property |
None | ||||||
CCTV at the station | Yes |
Station Accessibility | |||||||
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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 gates | Yes | ||||||
Accessible ticket machines | Yes | ||||||
Induction loop | Yes | ||||||
Ramp for train access | Yes | ||||||
Accessible Toilets | No | ||||||
Waiting rooms |
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Seating area | Yes | ||||||
Wheelchairs available | Yes | ||||||
Getting to and from the station | |||||||
Accessible taxis here | No | ||||||
Impaired mobility set down/pick-up point | Yes At station entrance. | ||||||
Accessible spaces | 14 | ||||||
Accessible car park equipment | True None | ||||||
Staff Help | |||||||
Staff help available |
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Customer Help Points and Meeting Point | Yes | ||||||
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. |
Toilets | Yes Accessible toilets on platforms 2 |
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Accessible Toilets | No |
Baby Changing | Yes |
Waiting rooms |
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Seating area | Yes | ||||||
1st Class Lounge | No |
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. | |||||||||||||||||
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Operator | Chiltern Railways | ||||||||||||||||
Car Parking Availability |
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Spaces | 978 | ||||||||||||||||
Accessible spaces | 14 | ||||||||||||||||
Accessible car park equipment | Yes | ||||||||||||||||
Car park CCTV | Yes | ||||||||||||||||
Parking charges |
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Refreshment Facilities | Available Café |
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ATM Machine | Available |
Shops | Available Kiosk News agent |
Currency Exchange | No |
Pay Phones | Yes |
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Public Wi-Fi | Available |
Bicycle Storage | |
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Spaces | 63 Near station entrance next to taxi rank and on entry to the multi storey car park. |
Type of Storage | Stands, |
Sheltered | Yes |
CCTV | No |
Bicycle Hire | |
Cycle Hire Information | There are no cycle hire facilities at this station |
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 |
Arriving from | Train | Arrival Time | Platform | Status |
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from Oxford | Great Western Railway | 05:49 | 4 | 05:51 |
from Birmingham Moor Street | Chiltern Railways | 06:04 | 3 | On time |
from Bicester North | Chiltern Railways | 06:04 | 2 | On time |
from Birmingham Moor Street | Chiltern Railways | 06:34 | 3 | On time |
from Birmingham New Street | CrossCountry | 06:54 | 3 | On time |
from Southampton Central | CrossCountry | 06:56 | 2 | On time |
from Birmingham Moor Street | Chiltern Railways | 07:04 | 3 | On time |
from London Marylebone | Chiltern Railways | 07:08 | 2 | On time |
from Didcot Parkway | Great Western Railway | 07:15 | 4 | On time |
Going to | Train | Departure Time | Platform | Status |
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to London Marylebone | Chiltern Railways | 06:05 | 3 | On time |
to Birmingham Moor Street | Chiltern Railways | 06:06 | 2 | On time |
to Didcot Parkway | Great Western Railway | 06:31 | 4 | On time |
to London Marylebone | Chiltern Railways | 06:36 | 3 | On time |
to Bournemouth | CrossCountry | 06:55 | 3 | On time |
to Manchester Piccadilly | CrossCountry | 06:58 | 2 | On time |
to London Marylebone | Chiltern Railways | 07:05 | 3 | On time |
to Birmingham Snow Hill | Chiltern Railways | 07:09 | 2 | On time |