Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Banbury travel guide

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You're Going to Love Banbury

With a population of 46.075, Banbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Banbury to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Banbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pizza Calzone Banbury (36-37 Parsons Street) and The Old Auctioneer (44 Parsons Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, The George & Dragon (1 Thorpe Rd) and Wroxton House (Wroxton House Wroxton St. Mary) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Banbury.

When to visit Banbury

Banbury in January
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel
Banbury in January
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Banbury

Plane

Although Banbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oxford Kidlington (OXF), which is located 25 km from Banbury. The shortest domestic flight to Banbury departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Banbury, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Banbury to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 1.0 km from the city centre, Banbury is the busiest station in Banbury. Another popular train station is Banbury Kings Sutton, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Banbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 105 km from Banbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Banbury, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Banbury takes 153 km and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 209 km. Banbury’s bus station is located 1.8 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Banbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oxford Kidlington (OXF), which is located 25 km from Banbury. The shortest domestic flight to Banbury departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Banbury, followed by Eurostar. The train journey from Banbury to Birmingham takes 1h 28m and costs around £17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bristol, expect to pay about £33 for a 1h 36m trip. Located 1.0 km from the city centre, Banbury is the busiest station in Banbury. Another popular train station is Banbury Kings Sutton, located 6 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Banbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 105 km from Banbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Banbury, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Southampton, the bus ride to Banbury takes 153 km and will cost you around £5. From Bristol, the ticket costs about £4 for a journey of 209 km. Banbury’s bus station is located 1.8 km from the city centre.

Airports near Banbury

BHXBirmingham
OXFOxford Kidlington

Airlines serving Banbury

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Banbury

Average rates range from around £96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £175 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Banbury

Most booked hotels in Banbury

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The Bower House, Restaurant & Rooms
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£113+
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The George Townhouse
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Easington Guest House
0 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£54+
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Deddington Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Cromwell Lodge Hotel by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£68+
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The Halford Bridge Inn
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£70+
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Hiring a car in Banbury

Hiring a car in Banbury costs £42 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Banbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Banbury is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Banbury costs £42 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Banbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Banbury is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 66% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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