The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bradford Interchange (BDI) 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 Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) without transferring at least once.
W33375+
G889862:16 PM4h03Bradford Interchange (BDI)6:19 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1051One-way1 transfer
G66991+
G15993+
G891969:54 AM4h13Bradford Interchange (BDI)2:07 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way2 transfers
G01063+
G88968+
G1599511:06 AM4h04Bradford Interchange (BDI)3:10 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way2 transfers
G89205+
G15991+
G0106611:54 AM4h19Bradford Interchange (BDI)4:13 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way2 transfers
W85200+
G889913:16 PM4h23Bradford Interchange (BDI)7:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way1 transfer
G88983+
C00924+
G010712:06 PM3h53Bradford Interchange (BDI)5:59 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way2 transfers
G88989+
G15805+
W297823:06 PM4h02Bradford Interchange (BDI)7:08 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way2 transfers
G01058+
G88959+
G159809:07 AM4h03Bradford Interchange (BDI)1:10 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way2 transfers
W33375+
G889862:16 PM4h03Bradford Interchange (BDI)6:19 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1051One-way1 transfer
G01063+
G88968+
G1599511:06 AM4h04Bradford Interchange (BDI)3:10 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $138.
Distance: 159 miles (257 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$93 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $147 Average price | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $93 (€76).
A bus is $96 (€79) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $147 (€120).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
Flight takes on average 5h 35m.
The journey is about 40m faster (3h 36m by train vs 4h 16m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($93 (€76) vs $114 (€93)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G88959+ G15980+ G01058 | On time 9:07 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h03 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G89112+ G15788+ G80212 | 9:27 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h04 | 1:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G89196+ G15993+ G66991 | On time 9:54 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h13 | 2:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G89196+ G15993+ O89312 | On time 9:54 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h13 | 2:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G89115+ G15789+ G80217 | 10:20 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h07 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G88968+ G15995+ G01063 | 11:06 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h04 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G88970+ W85184 | 11:15 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h24 | 3:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G89117+ C24596+ G80223 | 11:20 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h11 | 3:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G89205+ G15991+ G01066 | 11:54 AM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h19 | 4:13 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G88975+ W33373 | 12:16 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h04 | 4:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G89119+ C24600+ G80229 | 12:20 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h07 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
C31731+ G15920+ W29776 | On time 12:54 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h17 | 5:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G88980+ W85192 | 1:16 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h27 | 5:43 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G89121+ G15998+ G80235 | 1:21 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h11 | 5:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G88983+ C00924+ G01071 | On time 2:06 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 3h53 | 5:59 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G88986+ W33375 | 2:16 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h03 | 6:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G89123+ G16009+ G80242 | 2:19 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h08 | 6:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G88989+ G15805+ W29782 | 3:06 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h02 | 7:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G88991+ W85200 | 3:16 PM Bradford Interchange (BDI) | 4h23 | 7:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:07, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 159 miles (257 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 159 miles (257 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 7:07 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bradford Interchange (BDI) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Transpennine Express
Northern Rail
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford Interchange (BDI) 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bradford Interchange (BDI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:15 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail
- Accessible public telephones: in the interchange
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets and accessible toilets are available at the bus and coach Interchange next to the rail station
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at parcels bay adjacent to Platform 1, through the red gate.
- 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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