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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$166
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
6 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
499 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $166.
Of the 1 trains that leave Didcot Parkway (DID) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 499 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 18 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:13 AM6h18Didcot Parkway (DID)2:31 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1661One-way0 transfers
- 8:13 AM6h18Didcot Parkway (DID)2:31 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $96.
Distance: 310 miles (499 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $117 Average price | $134 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $117 (€95).
A bus is $97 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $152 (€124).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 15m.
Bus takes on average 11h 15m.
You'll arrive about 1h 31m sooner (5h 15m by train vs 6h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $152 (€124) compared to roughly $134 (€110) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:13 AM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 6h18 | 2:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€79) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 17:58. The fastest train covers the 310 miles (499 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 310 miles (499 km) |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€79) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 5:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Lumo, London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLumo, London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Didcot Parkway (DID) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:40 Saturday 06:30 - 19:40 Sunday 08:00 - 19:40
- Type of shops available: Spar supermarket
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free Category A station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts. Platform 1 can be accessed via ramp to the front of the station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies and Gentleman's toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 3
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 3 and 5
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Outside station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt.
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HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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