The cheapest and fastest trains from Conwy to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$283
Average price
$283
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Conwy to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Conwy to Edinburgh will cost around $283 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $283.
It's difficult to get from Conwy to Edinburgh without transferring at least 2 times.










Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Conwy to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Conwy to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€58 Average price Cheapest | €130 Average price |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Conwy to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Conwy to Edinburgh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:22 AM Conwy | 5h56 | 3:18 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:50 AM Betws-y-coed | 5h30 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Betws-y-coed | 5h30 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Conwy to Edinburgh
Trains from Conwy to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€39) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 5h 3m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€39) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 3m |
First train 06:52 |
Last train 18:52 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Conwy to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Conwy and Edinburgh from $47 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
Transport for Wales
FAQs: Trains from Conwy to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Conwy 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 Conwy to Edinburgh
- Annas Tea Room
- Amelies
- The Press Room Cafe
- 2 The Square
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B2. Separate step-free access to each platform: Platform 1 (to Chester) available from Market Place car park, itself accessible via roadway ramp from Rosemary Lane. Step-free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) is possible via Twr Llewelyn off the Morfa Bach car park, which has a steep incline and uneven surface in places. Step-free access between platforms is only possible by taking a 400m route via Twr Llewelyn to Morfa Bach car park, a subway and partially cobbled path onto Rose Hill Street. Platform 2 is also accessible via a staircase adjacent to Rosemary Terrace on Rosemary Lane.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Castle Bank Hotel
- Onward travel information: Bus stops are next to the station. Services run apx 06:00 to 23:00 on Mondays to Saturdays and 08:00 to 22:00 on Sundays.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop on the main road outside station
- 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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