4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Oxford
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£159
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Oxford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Oxford will cost around £159 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
To travel from Edinburgh to Oxford you need to make at least one change.
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G0118612:005h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:41Oxford station (OXF)£1011One-way1 change- G80073+G0118814:005h39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:39Oxford station (OXF)£1011One-way1 change
- G80067+W2993713:005h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:37Oxford station (OXF)£1011One-way1 change
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Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington6:266h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:42Oxford station (OXF)£1221One-way2 changes- C01968+W34879+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington5:506h27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:17Oxford station (OXF)£1221One-way2 changes
- G08186+G011849:005h36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:36Oxford station (OXF)£4201One-way1 change
- G80067+W2993713:005h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:37Oxford station (OXF)£1011One-way1 change
- G08175+G011807:005h39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:39Oxford station (OXF)£4201One-way1 change
- G80073+G0118814:005h39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:39Oxford station (OXF)£1011One-way1 change
- G80055+W2993511:005h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)16:40Oxford station (OXF)£1251One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Oxford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Oxford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 484 km
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£95 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Oxford train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Oxford trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G08170+Y15419+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 5:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h05 | 11:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| C01968+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34879 | 5:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h27 | 12:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W29862 · G01180 | 6:02 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h37 | 12:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| G25687+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Y15402 | 6:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h16 | 12:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| G01180+G08175 | 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h39 | 12:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| G08175+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34884 | 7:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h15 | 13:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W29868 · G01018 | 7:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h12 | 14:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| C02002+Y15421+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 7:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h12 | 13:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34889 | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h17 | 14:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W29873 · G01184 | 8:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h28 | 14:36 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| G01184+G08186 | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h36 | 14:36 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G14963+G00716 | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h11 | 15:11 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
| G01148 · G01024 | 9:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h10 | 16:15 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| C02006+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Y15425 | 9:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h12 | 15:42 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| G80049+G00718+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34706 | 10:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h10 | 16:10 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
| G80049+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Y15427 | 10:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h17 | 16:17 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| W29935+G80055 | 11:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h40 | 16:40 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| G25697+G00895+G14966+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 11:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h14 | 17:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 3 changes | |
| G01186+G80061 | 12:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h41 | 17:41 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| W29937+G80067 | 13:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h37 | 18:37 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| G01188+G80073 | 14:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h39 | 19:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| W29909 · G01039 | 14:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h09 | 21:13 Oxford station (OXF) | 1 change | |
| C02046+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+G15157 | 14:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h14 | 20:44 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| G80097+W34933+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington | 18:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h39 | 0:39 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| C02033+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+W34937 | On time 19:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h51 | 1:51 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
| C02056+C48260 · W34858 | 20:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 9h58 | 6:18 Oxford station (OXF) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Oxford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Oxford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:35, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 484 km distance in 5h 44m.
Distance 484 km |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 44m |
First train 3:35 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Edinburgh to Oxford trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh and Oxford from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Oxford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Oxford 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 Oxford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Oxford
Most Edinburgh to Oxford trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Oxford station pair, with some services arriving at Oxford Parkway. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Oxford 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 Oxford station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford 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 Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: 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 and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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 available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, 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.
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