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It takes an average of 8h 57m to travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Banbury by train, over a distance of around 279 miles (449 km). There are normally 33 trains per day travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Banbury and tickets for this journey start from £36.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:45 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:28 | |
| Departure station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Arrival station | Banbury | |
| Journey time | From 5h 16m | |
| Distance | 279 miles (449 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £36.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Chiltern Railways |
Travel from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Banbury by train in 5 hours 16 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Banbury by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Banbury by train is 8 hours 57 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours 16 minutes. You'll usually find 33 trains per day travelling the 279 miles (449 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Banbury. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo on your way to Banbury, 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 Edinburgh (Waverley) to Banbury start from £36.70 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 Banbury, 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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The price of train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Banbury starts at £36.70 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.