The cheapest and fastest trains from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
5 h 52 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 $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
Of the 1 trains that leave Didcot Parkway (DID) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 499 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 52 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.


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, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:19 AM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 5h52 | 2:11 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)
Distance 310 miles (499 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $155 (€127) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 03:10 |
Last train 05:29 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) start from as low as $155 (€127) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $204 (€167) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: LNER, first_great_western from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLNER, first_great_western trains will get you between Didcot Parkway (DID) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $155 (€127). 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Didcot Parkway (DID) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- 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.
- 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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