4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Winchester
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
6 h 4 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
557 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Winchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Winchester will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Winchester without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+
L802748:26 AM6h38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:04 PMWinchester station (WIN)$701One-way2 transfers
G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L801288:00 AM6h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:32 PMWinchester station (WIN)$911One-way2 transfers- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L79384+
G010138:00 AM6h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:26 PMWinchester station (WIN)$951One-way3 transfers - G80049+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L8028210:00 AM6h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:04 PMWinchester station (WIN)$951One-way2 transfers
- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+
W34809+G010138:00 AM6h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:26 PMWinchester station (WIN)$951One-way3 transfers
- G80049+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L8028210:00 AM6h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:04 PMWinchester station (WIN)$951One-way2 transfers
- G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L802749:00 AM6h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:04 PMWinchester station (WIN)$951One-way2 transfers
- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L79384+G010138:00 AM6h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:26 PMWinchester station (WIN)$951One-way3 transfers
- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34809+G010138:00 AM6h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:26 PMWinchester station (WIN)$951One-way3 transfers
- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Waterloo+L801288:00 AM6h32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:32 PMWinchester station (WIN)$911One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Winchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Winchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $96.
Distance: 346 miles (557 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$129 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price | $206 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Winchester:
A flight is $14 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Winchester costing on average $85 (€69).
A flight is $59 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Winchester costing on average $129 (€105).
Other travel options to Winchester take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
Bus takes on average 11h 20m.
The journey is about 1h 36m faster (5h 56m by train vs 7h 32m by car) and roughly $77 (€63) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($129 (€105) vs $206 (€168)). 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 Winchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Winchester trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:55 AM Edinburgh | 7h31 | 4:26 PM Winchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Winchester
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Winchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€79) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 346 miles (557 km) distance in 6h 26m.
Distance 346 miles (557 km) |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€79) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 26m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo from Edinburgh to Winchester trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh and Winchester from $25 (€20). 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 Winchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Winchester 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 Winchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Winchester
Most Edinburgh to Winchester trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Winchester station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Winchester 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.
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.
Which Winchester station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Winchester from Winchester city centre
Winchester train station facilities and services
Winchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 and drink options are available at Winchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Winchester. ATMs are available at Winchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Winchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Winchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Winchester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Winchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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