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Trip Overview

The average train between Leicester and Banbury takes 2h 5m and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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.

2h 5m
Duration
58 mi
Distance
£27
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Leicester to Banbury train times

Trains run hourly between Leicester and Banbury. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Banbury at 12:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 2h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsChiltern Railways1h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsChiltern Railways1h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands TrainsChiltern Railways1h 47m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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.

Map of how to get from Leicester to Banbury.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 58 mi
  • Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Banbury, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to Banbury via Nuneaton and Leamington Spa in around 2h 13m.

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