The average train between Banbury and Ludlow takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Banbury to Ludlow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Banbury and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 7:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Banbury is at 9:57 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Banbury to Ludlow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Banbury station and arriving at Ludlow station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Banbury to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.
Banbury to Ludlow train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Banbury to Ludlow train tickets online with Cross Country, Transport for Wales and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Banbury and Ludlow is 99.8 km. The road distance is 190 km.
You can take a train from Banbury to Ludlow via Birmingham New Street and Shrewsbury in around 3h 1m.