The cheapest and fastest trains from Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 2 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 22 trains that leave Alnmouth (ALM) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Fri, Nov 07, 22 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 116 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
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Compare train and bus for Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 72 miles (116 km)
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Live departures
Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Y23444 | Delayed 5:15 PM 5:12 PMAlnmouth (ALM) | 1h04 | 6:16 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23668 | Delayed 6:13 PM 6:00 PMAlnmouth (ALM) | 1h04 | 7:15 PM 7:15 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23453 | On time 7:11 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h03 | 8:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23675 | On time 8:01 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h03 | 9:04 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23464 | On time 9:00 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h09 | 10:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26674 | On time 9:30 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h23 | 10:53 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23680 | On time 10:03 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h02 | 11:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23470 | On time 10:13 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h03 | 11:16 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Y23402 | On time 6:57 AM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h12 | 8:09 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26719 | On time 7:39 AM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h17 | 8:56 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23403 | On time 8:09 AM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h15 | 9:24 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26683 | On time 9:50 AM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h15 | 11:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23644 | On time 10:01 AM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h07 | 11:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23413 | On time 11:09 AM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h05 | 12:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23650 | On time 12:01 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h04 | 1:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26680 | On time 12:38 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h14 | 1:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23424 | On time 1:09 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h06 | 2:15 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23655 | On time 1:58 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h03 | 3:01 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y23435 | On time 3:11 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h05 | 4:16 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C23661 | On time 4:03 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h05 | 5:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C26678 | On time 4:45 PM Alnmouth (ALM) | 1h18 | 6:03 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:38, the last at 22:13. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 72 miles (116 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 06:38 |
Last train 22:13 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsTransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between Alnmouth (ALM) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $9 (€7). 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 (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Alnmouth (ALM) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 18:00 Sunday 10:20 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Level access to platform 1 from Station Carpark, access to platform 2 from council carpark also level. Lifts available 24hrs
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 0333 222 125
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are available at any time with a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Up platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Curly Lane
- 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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