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- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Food available
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Henley-on-Thames among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £41, while a train costs an average of £84.
Distance: 514 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£84 Average Price | £48 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 32m Average total duration 14h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Henley-on-Thames:
A flight is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Edinburgh to Henley-on-Thames costing on average £48.
A flight is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Henley-on-Thames costing on average £84.
Other travel options to Henley-on-Thames take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Coach takes on average 14h 2m.
The journey is about 1h 53m faster (5h 18m by train vs 7h 11m by car) and roughly £17 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£84 vs £102). 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.
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Trains from Edinburgh to Henley-on-Thames run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 514 km distance in 5h 57m.
Distance 514 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 57m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 22:01 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Henley-on-Thames — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Henley-on-Thames trip today.
Museum beside the river covering rowing, the Thames, and Henley history. Interactive displays and Regatta stories make it one of the town's main cultural stops.
Small gallery and arts venue presenting changing exhibitions by local and visiting artists. A useful stop for contemporary art in the town centre.
Compact community museum in nearby River and Rowing Museum collections context is unavailable, so this local heritage display offers added background on the area.
Tree-lined riverside promenade and park popular for boating views, picnics, and Regatta atmosphere. It is one of the best places for a relaxed walk.
Picturesque waterside reach south of the centre known for footpaths, rowing views, and access towards the Regatta course and countryside.
Historic shopping street with traditional buildings, independent shops, and easy access to the river. It is ideal for exploring the town centre on foot.
An Oxfordshire sausage of pork, veal, lemon and herbs, linked to nearby Oxford and long served across local pubs and homes.
A soft, baked rich cheese from Oxfordshire, often served warm with bread. It is a notable regional dairy speciality from the Thames Valley area.
A traditional Oxfordshire plum and almond tart or pie, associated with local fruit growing and country baking in the county.
Smart riverside dining in a historic hotel, known for polished modern British cooking and a refined setting near the bridge.
Popular modern British bistro with steak, seafood and grill dishes in a stylish yet relaxed central Henley setting.
Lively pub and dining room serving British favourites, local drinks and seasonal dishes close to the Thames.
Moderate for southern England: rooms and dining can be pricey, but pubs, cafés and rail links keep typical visitor costs below London.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 10%. Cafés and pubs: optional small change or round up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Henley-on-Thames 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 Henley-on-Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Henley-on-Thames trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Henley-on-Thames station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Henley-on-Thames train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Henley-on-Thames has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Henley-on-Thames.
Wi-Fi is available at Henley-on-Thames.
Ticket office support is available at Henley-on-Thames.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Henley-on-Thames: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Henley-on-Thames: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Henley-on-Thames: 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 the platform. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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