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Trip Overview

The average train between Banbury and Reading (Station) takes 45 min and the fastest train takes 41 min. There is an hourly train service from Banbury to Reading (Station). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

45 min
Duration
50 mi
Distance
£26
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Banbury to Reading (Station) train times

Trains run hourly between Banbury and Reading (Station). The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Banbury is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Reading (Station) at 11:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 45 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 45 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 45 min • Direct
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    train train 45 min • Direct
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    train train 42 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 45 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 49 min • Direct
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    train train 52 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Banbury to Reading (Station)? 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.

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  • Distance: 50 mi
  • Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Banbury, England and Reading (Station), Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Banbury to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 45 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 5 times a week.

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