The average train between Banbury and Russell Square takes 2h 16m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Banbury to Russell Square. 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 Banbury and Russell Square. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Banbury is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Russell Square at 6:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

2h 5m • 1 change

2h 4m • 1 change

2h 14m • 1 change

2h 4m • 1 change

1h 54m • 1 change

2h 6m • 1 change

2h 3m • 1 change

2h 8m • 1 change

1h 54m • 1 change

2h 6m • 1 change

2h 3m • 1 change

2h 8m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Banbury to Russell Square? 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 Banbury to Russell Square. However, there are services departing from Banbury station and arriving at Russell Square station via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.
Banbury to Russell Square train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.
Banbury to Russell Square train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Tottenham Court Rd station.
Book your Banbury to Russell Square train tickets online with Cross Country and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Banbury and Russell Square is 103.1 km. The road distance is 142 km.
You can take a train from Banbury to Tottenham Court Rd via Reading in around 2h 3m.