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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Edinburgh
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $94
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $221
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 3 h 58 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 4 h 1 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 21
- Distance
- 355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Edinburgh will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $94.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 21 trains from Derby to Edinburgh, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.
G00869_G0106712:45 PM 4h24 Derby station (DBY) 5:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $94 1 One-way 0 changes
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C213311:26 PM 4h54 Derby station (DBY) 6:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $113 1 One-way 1 change- W34286+C21333
11:26 AM 4h52 Derby station (DBY) 4:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $144 1 One-way 1 change - G00706 · G01069
2:00 PM 4h10 Derby station (DBY) 6:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $197 1 One-way 1 change - G01060
9:45 AM 4h25 Derby station (DBY) 2:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $240 1 One-way 0 changes
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W8468312:29 PM 3h58 Derby station (DBY) 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $240 1 One-way 2 changes- G80241+W84695+C21653
2:30 PM 3h58 Derby station (DBY) 6:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $240 1 One-way 2 changes - G80211+C21769+W84665
9:31 AM 4h01 Derby station (DBY) 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $240 1 One-way 2 changes - G80234+W70972+W84689
1:30 PM 4h01 Derby station (DBY) 5:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $240 1 One-way 2 changes - G00698 · G01064
12:00 PM 4h07 Derby station (DBY) 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) $240 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Edinburgh
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Trains from Derby to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 but you can travel from only $27 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 8:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Derby to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G66982 | On time 6:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h23 | 11:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00703+G80199 | On time 7:17 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h16 | 11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01055 | On time 7:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h27 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C21767+G80205+ G89685 | On time 8:15 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h15 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G66987 | On time 8:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h25 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00738 · G66987 | On time 9:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h10 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C21769+G80211+W84665 | On time 9:31 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h01 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G01060 | On time 9:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h25 | 2:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C21649+G80216+G89691 | On time 10:12 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h15 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G01062 | On time 10:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h25 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00739 · G01062 | On time 11:00 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h10 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| W70958+G80224+G89693 | On time 11:10 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h24 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G01064 | On time 11:45 AM Derby station (DBY) | 4h22 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00698 · G01064 | On time 12:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 4h07 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01067 | On time 12:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 4h24 | 5:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00701 · G01067 | On time 1:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 4h09 | 5:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01069 | On time 1:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 4h25 | 6:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00706 · G01069 | On time 2:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 4h10 | 6:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01073 | On time 2:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 4h26 | 7:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G00710 · G01073 | On time 3:00 PM Derby station (DBY) | 4h11 | 7:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01075 | On time 3:45 PM Derby station (DBY) | 4h20 | 8:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Derby to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Edinburgh
Most Derby to Edinburgh trains use the Derby to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Derby and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Derby station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Derby from Derby city centre
Derby is 1 km from Derby city centre. Public transport options include:
Derby train station facilities and services
Derby has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Derby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Derby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Derby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Derby: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Derby: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Derby: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: Yes.
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 Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: Yes.
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