The Railway Inn

3.0 star property
3-star inn near Thames River

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2 bars/lounges
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Station Road, Culham, Abingdon, England, OX14 3BT
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, New Theatre Oxford
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, John Radcliffe Hospital
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 162 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Abingdon

In Abingdon .At this Abingdon inn, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Thames River and 6 miles (10 km) of Wittenham Clumps. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are North Wessex Downs and Chiltern Hills.

What's nearby

  • University of Oxford - 17 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Bodleian Library - 18 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • New Theatre Oxford - 18 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Oxford Brookes University - 19 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • John Radcliffe Hospital - 21 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Abingdon Culham Station - 7 min walk
  • Oxford (OXF) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Nags Head - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Chequers at Burcot - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Narrows (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pablo Lounge - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Railway Inn

3-star inn near Thames River
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Railway Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Abingdon inn is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1844
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Railway Inn offers 11 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

This Abingdon inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests wishing to check in early may contact this property in advance to inquire about the availability of their rooms.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Railway Abingdon
Railway Inn Abingdon
The Railway Inn Inn
The Railway Inn Abingdon
The Railway Inn Inn Abingdon

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Railway Inn to the airport?

The Railway Inn is 17.3 mi (23-min drive) away from the Oxford (OXF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Railway Inn?

As of Sep 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Railway Inn on Sep 30, 2025 start from $117.87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Railway Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Railway Inn.

Does The Railway Inn offer free breakfast?

The Railway Inn offers free cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Railway Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Railway Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Railway Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Railway Inn have a pool?

The Railway Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Railway Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Railway Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Railway Inn to downtown Abingdon?

The Railway Inn is 2.5 mi away from Abingdon.