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Trains from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City

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Trains to Welwyn Garden City from Banbury

First train

04:17

Last train

21:55

Departure stationBanbury
Arrival stationWelwyn Garden City
Journey time

From 2h 25m

Distance

51 miles (82 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Thameslink

What are the train times from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City?

Check out the next trains departing from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City for Tuesday 27th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
13:3916:082h 29m, 2 changes
13:5616:362h 40m, 3 changes
14:0516:572h 52m, 2 changes
14:1816:572h 39m, 3 changes
14:3817:142h 36m, 2 changes
15:0717:442h 37m, 2 changes
15:4118:142h 33m, 2 changes
15:5618:272h 31m, 3 changes
15:5618:442h 48m, 2 changes
15:5818:442h 46m, 3 changes

What are the train times from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City?

Get from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City in as little as 2 hours 25 minutes on the fastest trains, so you can make the most of your time.

The average train journey from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City takes around 2 hours 54 minutes. There are around 19 trains that operate on this route daily.

As there are no direct trains between Banbury and Welwyn Garden City, you'll need to make 2 changes.

Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Chiltern Railways and CrossCountry trains run on this route.

Booking in advance often results in cheaper ticket prices.

With our Journey Planner, you can check live train times, compare prices and check routes.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City?

Want to know more about your journey from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Welwyn Garden City from Banbury?

To travel to Welwyn Garden City from Banbury, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 2 hours and 54 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 25 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City?

Trains from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City take an average of 2 hours and 54 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 25 minutes. You'll usually find 19 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Banbury and Welwyn Garden City by train?

The quickest journey time between Banbury and Welwyn Garden City by train is 2 hours and 25 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City?

No, there are no direct trains running from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Banbury to Welwyn Garden City?

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Banbury to Welwyn Garden City is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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