The cheapest and fastest trains from Alnmouth to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alnmouth to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alnmouth to Edinburgh will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Alnmouth for Edinburgh on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Alnmouth to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alnmouth to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€21 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alnmouth to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Alnmouth to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:50 AM Alnmouth | 1h15 | 10:05 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Alnmouth | 1h18 | 5:03 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 23:28 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Alnmouth to Edinburgh start from as low as $12 (€10) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $26 (€21) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from Alnmouth to Edinburgh trainsTransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between Alnmouth and Edinburgh from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alnmouth to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alnmouth 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
Popular train stations from Alnmouth to Edinburgh
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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