Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train

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Cheap train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing times and prices for Sep 20

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cross Country
05:36AM6h29
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:05PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$981One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
03:53AM7h21
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:14AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$2011One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
09:00AM7h14
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
04:14PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$2031One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
10:35AM6h52
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
05:27PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$2061One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
05:35AM6h29
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:04PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$2111One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 20
Cross Country
05:35AM6h29
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:04PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
04:23AM7h00
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:23AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
09:00AM7h14
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
04:14PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 transfers
Cross Country
06:35AM6h34
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
01:09PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
10:35AM6h52
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
05:27PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing times and prices for Sep 20

Fastest Journey

6 h 29 m

Average

6 h 51 m

Trains per day

7

Distance

502 km

Of the 7 trains that leave Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Cross Country
05:35AM6h29
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:04PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$2111One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
05:36AM6h29
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
12:05PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$981One-way
0 transfers
Cross Country
06:35AM6h34
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
01:09PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$3641One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
10:35AM6h52
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
05:27PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$2061One-way
0 transfers
London North Eastern Railway
04:23AM7h00
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
11:23AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
$2271One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

distanceDistance311 miles (502 km)
durationAverage train duration6 h 22 min
priceAverage train ticket price$218 (€184)
changesDirect trainYes
carriersTrain providersCrossCountry, LNER or Avanti West Coast

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) cover the 311 miles (502 km) long trip taking on average 6 h 22 min with our travel partners like CrossCountry, LNER or Avanti West Coast. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $98 (€83), but the average price of train tickets is $218 (€184).

Train companies: CrossCountry, East Coast and Virgin Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains

CrossCountry, East Coast and Virgin Trains trains will get you from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $156 (€132). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB). They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Train information from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with CrossCountry:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 26 min
  • Cheapest Price: $174
  • CrossCountry frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) can start from as little as $98 (€83) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is $218 (€184); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train time is 6 h 22 min   covering the 311 mile (502 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 4: 47 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 5: 00 PM.
Take the Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train with CrossCountry, LNER or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a train from Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) including taking a bus, train or flight.

Trains departing from Bristol Temple Meads

Distance from Bristol Temple Meads to city center
Distance from Bristol Temple Meads to city center
1.9 miles (3 km)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 30 - 21: 30 | Sun: 06: 45 - 21: 30
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Bristol Airport
7 miles (12 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
The airport can be reached from the station by public transit in 35 minutes via the A1 bus.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
ATM
ATM
Located near Platform 3.
Taxi
Taxi
Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here. | Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: WHS/M& S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Dining
Dining
The Pasty Shop | Starbucks | Upper Crust | Pumpkin Café | Hart's Bakery
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
SIXT | Europcar | Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
Located near the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.

Trains arriving to Edinburgh Waverley

Distance from Edinburgh Waverley to city center
Distance from Edinburgh Waverley to city center
0.4 miles (727 m)
Ticket Office Hours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59
How to get to this station?
How to get to this station?
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.
Nearest Airport
Nearest Airport
Edinburgh Airport
7 miles (12 km)
How to get to nearest airport?
How to get to nearest airport?
There is a direct tram from St Andrew Square that goes between the airport and the train station for 35 minutes. You can also opt to ride the Airlink 100 bus for 28 minutes.
Amenities at station
Wifi
Wifi
Free public Wi-Fi available.
ATM
ATM
There are a few ATM machines around the station.
Taxi
Taxi
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.
Lockers
Lockers
You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
Shopping
Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Dining
Dining
Bagel Factory | Burger King | Caffè Nero | Costa Coffee | JD Wetherspoon | The Pasty Shop | The Beer House | M&S | Pret a Manger
Car Rentals
Car Rentals
Europcar | Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
Information booths are located on the concourse.
Accessibility
Accessibility
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.

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