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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Banbury (BAN)

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24

train journeys
per day

40

miles (65 kms)

1hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

07:07 / 00:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Banbury (BAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Banbury , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Banbury is approximately 40 miles (65 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 16 mins.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Banbury.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Banbury. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Banbury Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:07
    1 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    08:38
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    09:58
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    10:17
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:18
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:50
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:37
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:50
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    13:54
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:18
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    14:17
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:50
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:37
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:50
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:18
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    16:16
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:50
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:37
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:18
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    17:38
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:50
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    18:37
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:50
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    19:55
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:50
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    20:54
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:50
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    21:54
    Leicester
    Banbury
    Leicester to Banbury

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
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 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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Banbury

The travel time between Leicester and Banbury by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Banbury vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:25.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Banbury. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Chiltern Railways are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Banbury.

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