The average train between Edinburgh and Oxford takes 7h 33m and the fastest train takes 6h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Oxford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Oxford. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Oxford at 8:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Oxford? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Oxford. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Oxford station via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.
Edinburgh to Oxford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Oxford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxford station.
Book your Edinburgh to Oxford train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Cross Country.
The distance between Edinburgh and Oxford is 484 km. The road distance is 585 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxford via Wolverhampton in around 6h 4m.