The average train between Plymouth and Banbury takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Banbury. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 11:56 PM which arrives into Banbury at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Banbury. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Banbury station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.
Plymouth to Banbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Banbury train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Banbury station.
Book your Plymouth to Banbury train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Plymouth and Banbury is 271 km. The road distance is 384 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Banbury via Reading in around 3h 58m.