The average train between Gatwick and Banbury takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Gatwick to Banbury. 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 Gatwick and Banbury. The earliest departure is at 5:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gatwick is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Banbury at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 58m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Gatwick to Banbury? 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 Gatwick to Banbury. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport station and arriving at Banbury station via Reading station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Gatwick to Banbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gatwick Airport station.
Gatwick to Banbury train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Banbury station.
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The distance between Gatwick and Banbury is 127.8 km. The road distance is 158 km.
You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Banbury via Reading in around 2h 37m.