4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Eastbourne to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
621 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Eastbourne to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eastbourne to Edinburgh will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 3 trains that leave Eastbourne for Edinburgh on Tue, May 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 621 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 37 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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.
9:33 AM6h58Eastbourne4:31 PMEdinburgh$991One-way0 transfers- 9:05 AM6h37Eastbourne3:42 PMEdinburgh$1301One-way0 transfers
- 10:05 AM6h37Eastbourne4:42 PMEdinburgh$1321One-way0 transfers
- 10:05 AM6h37Eastbourne4:42 PMEdinburgh$1321One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 AM6h37Eastbourne3:42 PMEdinburgh$1301One-way0 transfers
- 9:33 AM6h58Eastbourne4:31 PMEdinburgh$991One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Eastbourne to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Eastbourne to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $99.
Distance: 385 miles (621 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$187 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $131 Average price | $211 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Eastbourne to Edinburgh:
A flight is $89 (€72) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Eastbourne to Edinburgh costing on average $131 (€106).
A flight is $145 (€117) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Eastbourne to Edinburgh costing on average $187 (€151).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 6m.
Bus takes on average 13h 25m.
The journey is about 2h 42m faster (6h 6m by train vs 8h 48m by car) and roughly $24 (€19) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($187 (€151) vs $211 (€170)). 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
Eastbourne to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Eastbourne to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:05 AM Eastbourne | 6h37 | 3:42 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:33 AM Eastbourne | 6h58 | 4:31 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:05 AM Eastbourne | 6h37 | 4:42 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Eastbourne to Edinburgh
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Trains from Eastbourne to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 (€79) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 385 miles (621 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 385 miles (621 km) |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 (€79) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Southern from Eastbourne to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Southern trains will get you between Eastbourne and Edinburgh from $26 (€21). 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 Eastbourne to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eastbourne 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 Eastbourne to Edinburgh
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Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 21:15 Saturday 05:50 - 21:15 Sunday 06:40 - 21:15
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, barbers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the concourse. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on the concourse and waiting areas on platform 1 and 2
- Storage location: Stands at the front of the station and sheltered stands near the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up / drop off in the main car park until the end of 2021.
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:35 Saturday 06:10 - 12:45 Sunday 06:50 - 14:25
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing (below 400m distance). Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 1 near the ticket office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available in the Booking hall. There are unheated shelters on both platforms
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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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