Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Shirley to Bicester

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

Chiltern Railways
CrossCountry

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Shirley to Bicester

Trains to Bicester from Shirley

First train

05:50

Last train

23:13

Departure stationShirley
Arrival stationBicester
Journey time

From 1h 55m

Distance

46 miles (73 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry

Travelling from Shirley to Bicester by train

Looking to travel from Shirley to Bicester by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 3 hours 58 minutes to travel from Shirley to Bicester by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 12 trains per day running along the 46 miles (73 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Bicester, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Chiltern Railways or CrossCountry to get to Bicester – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Shirley to Bicester in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Shirley to Bicester?

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

How do you get to Bicester from Shirley?

To travel to Bicester from Shirley, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 3 hours and 58 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 55 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Shirley to Bicester?

Trains from Shirley to Bicester take an average of 3 hours and 58 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 55 minutes. You'll usually find 12 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 Shirley and Bicester by train?

The quickest journey time between Shirley and Bicester by train is 1 hour and 55 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Shirley to Bicester?

No, there are no direct trains running from Shirley to Bicester, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Shirley to Bicester?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Shirley to Bicester start at § one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time, and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Use a Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel throughout the year. Buy one with us and you'll be able to store it digitally in our app, so you'll always have it on your travels.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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 Shirley to Bicester 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.

Looking for more ideas?

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link