Oxford to Edinburgh train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 25 Mar

Cheapest price

£90

Average price

£113

Fastest journey

5 h 45 m

Average duration

6 h 13 m

Trains per day

Distance

484 km

Cheap tickets

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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Oxford to Edinburgh will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Oxford for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 484 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

09:396h27

Oxford

16:06Edinburgh

£901One-way

0 changes

09:326h44

Oxford

16:16Edinburgh

£1181One-way

0 changes

14:395h45

Oxford

20:24Edinburgh

£1181One-way

0 changes

18:126h31

Oxford

00:43Edinburgh

£1191One-way

0 changes

08:476h21

Oxford

15:08Edinburgh

£1201One-way

0 changes

Oxford to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
CrossCountryCrossCountry	18:12 Oxford	6h31	00:43 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LumoLumo	09:00 Oxford	6h11	15:11 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	03:55 Oxford	7h25	11:20 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	09:32 Oxford	6h44	16:16 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	05:34 Oxford	6h49	12:23 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Oxford to Edinburgh?

The best time to book your train from Oxford to Edinburgh is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Oxford to Edinburgh route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Oxford to Edinburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Oxford to Edinburgh.

Trains

from £107

Coaches

from £28

Flights

from £123

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Oxford to Edinburgh

Trains from Oxford to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £19

Distance

484 km

Average train duration

6h 31m

Cheapest ticket price

£66

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 40m

First train

03:35

Last train

18:11

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £19

Train companies: East Coast, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry trains Oxford to Edinburgh

Buy your official East Coast, Virgin Trains and CrossCountry train tickets from Oxford to Edinburgh from £91 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from Oxford to Edinburgh with East Coast:

Average Duration: 6 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: £91

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Oxford to Edinburgh train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 5 h 38 min
Cheapest Price: £111

Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.

Oxford to Edinburgh train information with Lumo:

Average Duration: 6 h 11 min
Cheapest Price: £105

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Oxford to Edinburgh with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 5 h 58 min
Cheapest Price: £111

FAQs: Oxford to Edinburgh train

FAQs: Travel by train from Oxford 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.

Cheap train tickets from Oxford to Edinburgh can start from as little as £55 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Oxford to Edinburgh is £110; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Oxford and Edinburgh is on average 5 h 39 min for the 299 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Oxford and Edinburgh by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Oxford to Edinburgh leaves at 00: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Oxford to Edinburgh leaves at 23: 25.

There are 7 trains a day from Oxford to Edinburgh which require at least one change with LNER, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo or TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Oxford to Edinburgh, you can count on LNER, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo or TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Oxford and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 25.

The cheapest month for a train from Oxford to Edinburgh is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Oxford and Edinburgh including taking a coach, train or flight.