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Trip Summary
You can pick from 10 daily train trips between Royal Leamington Spa and Oxford. The average train journey from Royal Leamington Spa to Oxford takes 2 hours, but some CrossCountry train trips are as short as one hour and 55 minutes.
Distance | 38 mi (62 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 55m |
Lowest price | €27.26 |
Trains per day | 8 |
Most frequent service | CrossCountry |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Royal Leamington Spa to Oxford?
2 train services operate from Royal Leamington Spa to Oxford. CrossCountry usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Chiltern Railways | 2 | 2h 22m | €27.62 |
CrossCountry | 8 | 1h 55m | €27.17 |
Chiltern Railways is a renowned rail company that provides efficient and comfortable train services between London and the West Midlands region of Britain. With an extensive network, Chiltern Railways connects multiple towns and cities across England, offering affordable ticket prices, especially for journeys from London to Birmingham. While the trains primarily have standard-class carriages, some peak-time services provide a 'business zone' for added comfort. On-board amenities include heating during winter, restrooms, power outlets at select seats, and reliable Wi-Fi connectivity, ensuring passengers stay connected throughout their journey.
CrossCountry operates an extensive rail network in the U.K., centered in Birmingham. In standard class, passengers enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard restrooms. Trains also contain a small café or a trolley that passes through the carriages. An upgrade to first-class gives passengers more legroom and complimentary food. The journey from Royal Leamington Spa to Oxford usually takes about 1 hours and 55 minutes on a CrossCountry train. There are 8 trips on this route every day, and 0 daily trips on weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Royal Leamington Spa to Oxford. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Royal Leamington Spa at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 17:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 10 scheduled trains on most days. 8 of these are direct connections to Oxford. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Oxford to Royal Leamington Spa.
City Information
Oxford
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Although Oxford is probably best known for its world-class university and the famous Bodleian library, there is much more to the city than just academia. On a sunny day, take a punt down the River Cherwell at the Cherwell Boathouse, but make sure to book in advance if you'd like a chauffeur.
If the weather is less favorable, visit the famous Oxford Covered Market, where you can wander through over 55 shops in the 18th-century building. Oxford is also home to several museums, including the famous Ashmolean Museum that has been around since 1683. The Ashmolean mainly showcases art and archaeology; however, if that's not your style, alternatives include the Museum of Natural History or the Museum of History and Science.
If you'd prefer to experience history first-hand, visit Oxford Castle, a building that has been in existence for over 1,000 years. Guided tours are available where you can hear stories of the castle's inhabitants and its fascinating history.
National Express and Megabus provide access to Oxford from London and other cities, while frequent train service is also available.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Royal Leamington Spa?
Main departure station: Leamington Spa
There is one train station in Royal Leamington Spa.
All train stations in Royal Leamington Spa:
Leamington Spa
Where is the train station in Oxford?
Main arrival station: Oxford Train Station
Oxford Train Station is the starting point for trains to London operated by Great Western and Chiltern Railways. Cross Country services to Manchester and Newcastle Upon Tyne also stop at the station, alongside local and regional services. Be careful not to confuse the Oxford station with Oxford Parkway Station, located much further outside of the city. Oxford Train Station is on Park End Street, and the building is relatively small. However, it does offer amenities like restrooms and a limited choice of food outlets in the main waiting area and ticket hall. There is an additional waiting room for the furthest platforms accessed via a pedestrian bridge. Frequent buses depart from the bus stop directly in front of the station, connecting travelers to local and intercity services.
Train stations in Oxford:
Oxford Train Station
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