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Cheap train tickets from Crewe to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Sep 14

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Avanti West Coast
04:59AM4h49
Crewe
09:48AMEdinburgh
$351One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
12:09PM3h09
Crewe
03:18PMEdinburgh
$541One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:15AM5h04
Crewe
01:19PMEdinburgh
$701One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:08AM3h10
Crewe
11:18AMEdinburgh
$741One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
01:09PM4h12
Crewe
05:21PMEdinburgh
$1381One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from Crewe to Edinburgh

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 14
Avanti West Coast
08:15AM5h04
Crewe
01:19PMEdinburgh
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
01:09PM4h12
Crewe
05:21PMEdinburgh
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
04:59AM4h49
Crewe
09:48AMEdinburgh
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
04:09PM3h13
Crewe
07:22PMEdinburgh
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:08AM3h10
Crewe
11:18AMEdinburgh
0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Crewe to Edinburgh?

The best time to book your train from Crewe to Edinburgh is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Crewe to Edinburgh route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Crewe to Edinburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Crewe to Edinburgh.

Fastest train times from Crewe to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Sep 14

Fastest Journey

3 h 9 m

Average

3 h 56 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

321 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Crewe for Edinburgh every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Avanti West Coast
12:09PM3h09
Crewe
03:18PMEdinburgh
$541One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
08:08AM3h10
Crewe
11:18AMEdinburgh
$741One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
04:09PM3h13
Crewe
07:22PMEdinburgh
$1391One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
01:09PM4h12
Crewe
05:21PMEdinburgh
$1381One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West Coast
04:59AM4h49
Crewe
09:48AMEdinburgh
$351One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Crewe to Edinburgh

distanceDistance199 miles (321 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 9 min
priceAverage train ticket price$85 (€72)
frequencyTrain frequency7 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 7 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Caledonian Sleeper

Trains from Crewe to Edinburgh cover the 199 miles (321 km) long journey taking on average 3 h 9 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Caledonian Sleeper. Normally, there are 7 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $34 (€28), but the average price of train tickets is $85 (€72). Travelers depart most frequently from Crewe and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.

Train companies: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and Caledonian Sleeper from Crewe to Edinburgh trains

Buy your official Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and Caledonian Sleeper train tickets from Crewe to Edinburgh from $22 (€19) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee. Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.

Train information from Crewe to Edinburgh with Caledonian Sleeper:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 58 min
  • Cheapest Price: $118
  • Caledonian Sleeper frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Crewe to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Crewe to Edinburgh 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 Crewe to Edinburgh.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Crewe to Edinburgh can start from as little as $34 (€28) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Crewe to Edinburgh is $85 (€72); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Crewe to Edinburgh train travel time is 3 h 9 min   for the 199 mile (321 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Crewe to Edinburgh leaves at 4: 59 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Crewe to Edinburgh leaves at 6: 09 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Crewe to Edinburgh without having to change trains with Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper. There are 7 direct trains from Crewe to Edinburgh each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Crewe to Edinburgh train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Caledonian Sleeper. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Crewe and Edinburgh to compare what amenities they may offer.
Yes, you can take a night train from Crewe to Edinburgh with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

Passengers board the train most frequently from Crewe, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Edinburgh from Crewe is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 9 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Crewe to Edinburgh is March.
You have options as you can travel to Edinburgh from Crewe 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from Crewe to Edinburgh

Crewe
Edinburgh
The major railway station for departures from Crewe is Crewe. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Crewe for your journey to Edinburgh from Crewe.
Amenities at station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
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AccessibilityAccessibility
Public transit options for Crewe
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your journey to Edinburgh from Crewe.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59
Public transit options for Edinburgh Waverley
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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