4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Didcot
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$165
Fastest journey
5 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
500 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Didcot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Didcot will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Didcot without transferring at least 2 times.
G25730+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
C332032:26 PM6h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:27 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1641One-way2 transfers
G80066+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C330461:00 PM5h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:54 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1641One-way2 transfers- C02012+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C330471:30 PM6h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:34 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1641One-way2 transfers
- G80072+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C330482:00 PM5h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:54 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1641One-way2 transfers
- G80060+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C3307012:00 PM6h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:02 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1671One-way2 transfers
- G80066+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C330461:00 PM5h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:54 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1641One-way2 transfers
- G80072+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C330482:00 PM5h54Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:54 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1641One-way2 transfers
- C02008+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C0081212:30 PM5h57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:27 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1671One-way2 transfers
- G25730+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C332032:26 PM6h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:27 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1641One-way2 transfers
- G80060+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C3307012:00 PM6h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:02 PMDidcot Parkway (DID)$1671One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Didcot
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Didcot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $61, and a train costs an average of $163.
Distance: 310 miles (500 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$165 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $95 Average price | $134 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 8m Average total duration 12h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Didcot:
A flight is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Didcot costing on average $95 (€78).
A flight is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Didcot costing on average $165 (€135).
Other travel options to Didcot take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 15m.
Bus takes on average 12h 38m.
You'll arrive about 1h 44m sooner (5h 15m by train vs 6h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $165 (€135) 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
Edinburgh to Didcot train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Didcot trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80092+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C42371 | On time 5:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h39 | 10:39 PM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| G80060+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C33070 | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h02 | 6:02 PM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 2 transfers | |
| C02008+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C00812 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h57 | 6:27 PM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 2 transfers | |
| G80066+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C33046 | 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h54 | 6:54 PM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 2 transfers | |
| C02012+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C33047 | 1:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h04 | 7:34 PM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 2 transfers | |
| G80072+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C33048 | 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h54 | 7:54 PM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 2 transfers | |
| G25730+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+C33203 | 2:26 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h01 | 8:27 PM Didcot Parkway (DID) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Didcot
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Didcot run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $163 (€133) but you can travel from only $61 (€50) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 310 miles (500 km) distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 310 miles (500 km) |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $163 (€133) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Lumo, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Didcot trainsLumo, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh and Didcot from $61 (€50). 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 Didcot
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Didcot 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 Didcot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Didcot
Most Edinburgh to Didcot trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Didcot Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Didcot 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 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 Didcot station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Didcot Parkway from Didcot city centre
Didcot Parkway train station facilities and services
Didcot Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Didcot Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Didcot Parkway. ATMs are available at Didcot Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Didcot Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Didcot Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Didcot Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Didcot Parkway: 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.
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