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Trains from Banbury (BAN) to Reading Stations

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25

train journeys
per day

44

miles (71 kms)

43 mins

fastest journey

05:17 / 00:01

first / last train

17

direct trains

4

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Banbury (BAN) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Banbury and Reading Stations , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Banbury to Reading Stations is approximately 44 miles (71 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 17 mins.

CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Banbury and Reading Stations.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Banbury to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 43 mins.

Journeys from Banbury to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:17
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:55
    50 mins Direct
    07:45
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:28
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    08:39
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:56
    49 mins Direct
    08:45
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:55
    45 mins Direct
    09:40
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:59
    47 mins Direct
    10:46
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:55
    45 mins Direct
    11:40
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:55
    44 mins Direct
    12:39
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:19
    53 mins Direct
    13:12
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:40
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:55
    47 mins Direct
    14:42
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:55
    46 mins Direct
    15:41
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:30
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:39
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    15:55
    45 mins Direct
    16:40
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    16:56
    44 mins Direct
    17:40
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:33
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    18:40
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    17:57
    44 mins Direct
    18:41
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    18:56
    45 mins Direct
    19:41
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    19:45
    44 mins Direct
    20:29
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    19:56
    47 mins Direct
    20:43
    Banbury
    Reading
    Banbury to Reading

About Banbury Station

Station name Banbury (BAN)
Address Banbury station, Station Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 5AB
Managed by CH

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 20:15
Saturday 06:35 - 19:15
Sunday 08:10 - 17:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Banbury and Reading Stations

The travel time between Banbury and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Banbury and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

First class tickets on trains between Banbury and Reading Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Banbury and Reading Stations can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Banbury to Reading Stations

CrossCountry, Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Banbury and Reading Stations.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Banbury and Reading Stations, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.