Oxford to Edinburgh train

Cheap train tickets from Oxford to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Mar 27

Cheapest

115

Average

164

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
09:02AMOxford6h11 03:13PMEdinburgh Waverley
2 transfers
1151One-way
09:32AMOxford6h44 04:16PMEdinburgh Waverley
2 transfers
1201One-way
08:49AMOxford6h20 03:09PMEdinburgh Waverley
2 transfers
1361One-way
09:39AMOxford6h27 04:06PMEdinburgh Waverley
1 transfer
2151One-way
08:39AMOxford6h22 03:01PMEdinburgh Waverley
1 transfer
2321One-way

Train schedule from Oxford to Edinburgh

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, March 27
08:39AMOxford6h22 03:01PMEdinburgh Waverley
1 transfer
08:49AMOxford6h20 03:09PMEdinburgh Waverley
2 transfers
09:02AMOxford6h11 03:13PMEdinburgh Waverley
2 transfers
09:16AMOxford6h07 03:23PMEdinburgh Waverley
3 transfers
09:32AMOxford6h44 04:16PMEdinburgh Waverley
2 transfers
09:39AMOxford6h27 04:06PMEdinburgh Waverley
1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Oxford to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Mar 27

Fastest Journey

6 h 7 m

Average

6 h 17 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

484 km

It's difficult to get from Oxford to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.

Fastest
09:16AMOxford6h07 03:23PMEdinburgh Waverley
3 transfers
2461One-way
09:02AMOxford6h11 03:13PMEdinburgh Waverley
2 transfers
1151One-way
08:49AMOxford6h20 03:09PMEdinburgh Waverley
2 transfers
1361One-way
08:39AMOxford6h22 03:01PMEdinburgh Waverley
1 transfer
2321One-way
09:39AMOxford6h27 04:06PMEdinburgh Waverley
1 transfer
2151One-way

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Overview: Train from Oxford to Edinburgh

distanceDistance299 miles (483 km)
frequencyTrain frequency12 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain companiesLondon North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Lumo or Transpennine Express

Trains from Oxford to Edinburgh cover the 299 miles (483 km) long trip taking on average 7 h 6 min with our travel partners like London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Lumo or Transpennine Express. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Oxford and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.

Train providers: CrossCountry from Oxford to Edinburgh trains

CrossCountry will get you to Edinburgh from Oxford at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times, prices and tickets for your trip.

CrossCountry

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Oxford and Edinburgh you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

CrossCountry from Oxford to Edinburgh train information:

  • Average Duration: 7 h 6 min
  • CrossCountry frequency: 12 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Oxford to Edinburgh

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Oxford to Edinburgh.
FAQs
When traveling this route you should expect the distance to Edinburgh from Oxford by train to be approximately 299 miles (483 km).
On average the Oxford to Edinburgh train travel time is 7 h 6 min  for the 299 mile (483 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

When departing from Oxford, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Oxford, Oxford Parkway and Oxford, Magdalen Road. When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your route in train stations like Edinburgh Waverley, Haymarket and Edinburgh Gateway.

Omio customers book a train from Oxford   to Edinburgh Waverley   most frequently for this route.

You can find the most popular departure train station for this trip, Oxford, located approximately 1.2 miles (1.9 km) from the city center of Oxford. The most popular arrival train station in Edinburgh, called Edinburgh Waverley, is located around 0.4 miles (660 m) away from its city center.

Take the Oxford to Edinburgh train with London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, Lumo or Transpennine Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip to Edinburgh from Oxford as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
On average, there are 12 trains a day from Oxford to Edinburgh. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
The earliest train for this route departs from Oxford at 6: 39 AM. The last train leaves from Oxford at 9: 39 PM. Check Omio for the latest train schedule from Oxford to Edinburgh and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

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Oxford is the most popular Oxford railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Oxford for your trip to Edinburgh.
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Public transit options for Oxford
Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
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Public transit options for Oxford Parkway
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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