The average train between Ludlow and Banbury takes 3h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Banbury. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Banbury at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 3h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ludlow 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 Ludlow to Banbury. However, there are services departing from Ludlow station and arriving at Banbury station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.
Ludlow to Banbury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Banbury train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Banbury station.
Book your Ludlow to Banbury train tickets online with Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains and Cross Country.
The distance between Ludlow and Banbury is 99.8 km. The road distance is 190 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Banbury via Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street in around 2h 59m.