The average train between Watford Junction and Banbury takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction and Banbury. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford Junction is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Banbury at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 16m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction to Banbury. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Banbury station via Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Watford Junction to Banbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.
Watford Junction to Banbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Banbury station.
Book your Watford Junction to Banbury train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and West Midlands Trains.
The distance between Watford Junction and Banbury is 78.7 km. The road distance is 170 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Banbury via Coventry in around 2h 5m.