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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swansea to Edinburgh
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €68
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €126
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 7 h 24 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 7 h 30 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 7
- Distance
- 484 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swansea to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Edinburgh will cost around €126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €68.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 7 trains from Swansea to Edinburgh, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 484 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 44 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.
10:54 AM 7h26 Swansea 6:20 PM Edinburgh €68 1 One-way 0 changes12:54 PM 7h30 Swansea 8:24 PM Edinburgh €70 1 One-way 0 changes8:54 AM 7h24 Swansea 4:18 PM Edinburgh €77 1 One-way 0 changes9:54 AM 7h26 Swansea 5:20 PM Edinburgh €91 1 One-way 0 changes3:52 PM 7h49 Swansea 11:41 PM Edinburgh €97 1 One-way 0 changes
8:54 AM 7h24 Swansea 4:18 PM Edinburgh €77 1 One-way 0 changes10:54 AM 7h26 Swansea 6:20 PM Edinburgh €68 1 One-way 0 changes9:54 AM 7h26 Swansea 5:20 PM Edinburgh €91 1 One-way 0 changes12:54 PM 7h30 Swansea 8:24 PM Edinburgh €70 1 One-way 0 changes6:52 AM 7h44 Swansea 2:36 PM Edinburgh €184 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Swansea to Edinburgh
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Trains from Swansea to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €68 but you can travel from only €35 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 484 km distance in 6h 36m.
Distance 484 km |
Average train duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €68 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 3:38 AM |
Last train 5:07 PM |
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Live departures
Swansea to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:52 AM Swansea | 7h44 | 2:36 PM Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:54 AM Swansea | 7h24 | 4:18 PM Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:54 AM Swansea | 7h26 | 5:20 PM Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:54 AM Swansea | 7h26 | 6:20 PM Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 11:22 AM Swansea | 8h47 | 8:09 PM Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:54 PM Swansea | 7h30 | 8:24 PM Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:52 PM Swansea | 7h49 | 11:41 PM Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Train companies: Transport for Wales, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Swansea to Edinburgh trainsTransport for Wales, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Swansea and Edinburgh from €35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Swansea and Edinburgh
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Swansea to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea 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 Swansea and Edinburgh
Most Swansea to Edinburgh trains use the Swansea to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Swansea and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Swansea station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Swansea from Swansea city centre
Swansea train station facilities and services
Swansea has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swansea.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Swansea.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swansea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swansea: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swansea: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swansea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: on concourse, 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 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.
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