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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bicester
Cheapest price
$166
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Bicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bicester 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 Edinburgh for Bicester on Sat, Jul 11, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 48 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 6 h 48 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.
8:05 AM6h48Edinburgh2:53 PMBicester$1661One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 AM6h48Edinburgh2:53 PMBicester$1661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Bicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$137 Average price | $79 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 55m Average total duration 16h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Bicester:
A bus is $0.65 (€0.53) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Bicester costing on average $79 (€65).
A bus is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Bicester costing on average $137 (€112).
Other travel options to Bicester take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 38m.
Bus takes on average 16h 25m.
The journey is about 55m faster (5h 38m by train vs 6h 33m by car) and roughly $44 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($137 (€112) vs $181 (€148)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Bicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bicester trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh | 5h58 | 2:50 PM Bicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
| 8:05 AM Edinburgh | 6h48 | 2:53 PM Bicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bicester
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Trains from Edinburgh to Bicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€54) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average train duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€54) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 50m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo from Edinburgh to Bicester trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bicester from $28 (€23). 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 Edinburgh to Bicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Bicester 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 Bicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Bicester
Most Edinburgh to Bicester trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Bicester North station pair, with some services arriving at Bicester Village. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bicester station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Bicester North from Bicester city centre
Bicester North train station facilities and services
Bicester North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bicester North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bicester North. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bicester North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bicester North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Bicester Village from Bicester city centre
Bicester Village train station facilities and services
Bicester Village has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bicester Village.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bicester Village.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bicester Village.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bicester Village: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bicester Village: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bicester Village: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. There is step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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