Cheap Train Tickets to Edinburgh

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Flights: more than 12 years old
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Trains in Germany: up to 14 years old
Trains in France: up to 11 years old
Trains in the UK: up to 15 years old
Trains in Spain: up to 13 years old
Trains in Italy (Trenitalia): 4-14 years old
Trains in Italy (Italo): 2-14 years old
Trains in Belgium/Netherlands: up to 11 years old
Trains in Austria: up to 14 years old
Trains in Sweden: 7-15 years old
Flights: 2-11 years old
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Under 4 years old
Flights: from 7 days to under 2 years old
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Trains to Edinburgh

  • Main Train Station: Edinburgh Waverley
  • Popular Desinations in the UK: London, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Manchester
  • Nearest Coach Station: Edinburgh Bus Station
  • Train Companies: Virgin Trains, ScotRail, CrossCountry

Direct trains from London to Edinburgh run every 30 minutes throughout the day. These trains are operated by Virgin East Coast and depart from Kings Cross station. Indirect trains to Edinburgh, operated by CrossCountry, are also operating throughout the day and require one change at Lancaster. Travellers can also get trains to Edinburgh from most other cities in the UK, with trains arriving at Edinburgh Waverley when reaching the city.

Trains to Edinburgh FAQ


What station do trains to Edinburgh arrive at?

Trains to Edinburgh arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station, Edinburgh’s main train station. It is located in the heart of the city and can be reached by bus or tram. Taxis are also available outside the station on Market St and Waverley Bridge.

How can I get cheap train tickets to Edinburgh?

To get the cheapest train tickets to Edinburgh, it is advisable to book tickets as early as possible. However, as trains to Edinburgh run daily, it is possible to buy a ticket on the day of departure.

What train companies go to Edinburgh?

When are the first and last trains to Edinburgh?

Trains to Edinburgh arrive at Edinburgh Waverley after 6:00 a.m. and the last trains to Edinburgh arrive into the station just after 12:00 a.m.

What are the main train stations in Edinburgh?

There are three main train stations in Edinburgh: Edinburgh Waverley, Edinburgh Park, and Edinburgh Gateway. Edinburgh Waverley is situated in the city center and services most routes arriving from outside of Scotland. Edinburgh Park and Edinburgh Gateway are to the west of the city and mainly service routes that are traveling within Scotland. As trains to Edinburgh from the rest of the UK arrive at Waverley station in the city center, it is a convenient station to travel to. Bus and tram connections can be found outside the station that cover the Edinburgh metropolitan area.

Stations

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey
Edinburgh
TrainEdinburgh Waverley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the train station and what is the best way to get there?
This station is within walking distance of the city centre and is connected to other parts of the city by public transport.

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