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Outbound fromBanbury to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
It takes an average of 7h 26m to travel from Banbury to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 279 miles (449 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Banbury to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £48.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:57 | |
| Departure station | Banbury | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 5h 19m | |
| Distance | 279 miles (449 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £48.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Chiltern Railways |
Travel from Banbury to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train in 5 hours 19 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Banbury to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Banbury to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train is 7 hours 26 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours 19 minutes. You'll usually find 27 trains per day travelling the 279 miles (449 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Edinburgh (Waverley). You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo on your way to Edinburgh (Waverley), as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Banbury to Edinburgh (Waverley) start from £48.90 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Edinburgh (Waverley), including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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