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Popular trains to and from Edinburgh

Popular trains to Edinburgh

Manchester to Edinburgh train

from $28
Direct trains available
3h13 average duration
23trains per day
Served by
  • TransPennine Express
  • Avanti West Coast
  • LNER
  • CrossCountry
  • Northern Rail (3)

Inverness to Edinburgh train

from $33
Direct trains available
3h15 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
  • ScotRail
  • LNER
  • CrossCountry
  • Caledonian Sleeper

York to Edinburgh train

from $37
Direct trains available
2h25 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
  • LNER
  • CrossCountry
  • TransPennine Express
  • Lumo
  • Avanti West Coast

Liverpool to Edinburgh train

from $51
Direct trains available
3h25 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • TransPennine Express
  • Avanti West Coast
  • LNER
  • CrossCountry
  • Northern Rail (3)

London to Edinburgh train

from $78
Direct trains available
4h11 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • LNER
  • Caledonian Sleeper
  • Lumo
  • Avanti West Coast
  • CrossCountry
  • TransPennine Express

Popular trains from Edinburgh

Edinburgh to Glasgow train

from $12
Direct trains available
0h44 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
  • ScotRail
  • CrossCountry
  • LNER
  • TransPennine Express
  • Caledonian Sleeper

Edinburgh to St Andrews train

from $15
Direct trains available
0h58 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • ScotRail
  • LNER
  • CrossCountry

Edinburgh to Inverness train

from $33
Direct trains available
3h28 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
  • ScotRail
  • LNER

Edinburgh to Manchester train

from $41
Direct trains available
3h04 average duration
15trains per day
Served by
  • TransPennine Express
  • Avanti West Coast
  • LNER
  • CrossCountry
  • Caledonian Sleeper

Edinburgh to London train

from $48
Direct trains available
4h19 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • Grand Central Trains
  • Avanti West Coast
  • LNER
  • CrossCountry
  • Caledonian Sleeper
  • TransPennine Express
  • Lumo

Trains to Edinburgh

Widely regarded as one of the prettiest cities in the UK and Europe, Edinburgh is a city full of beautiful gothic facades, vibrant creative energy, and incredibly rich historical treasures. It is also a major rail hub, with 4 stations serving the city and connecting with dozens of destinations around Scotland and the UK. Edinburgh Waverley, in the heart of the city centre, is the centre of Edinburgh’s train network, connecting downtown Edinburgh directly with Glasgow, London, Liverpool, Aberdeen, Carlisle, and many other major cities across the UK.

Scotrail trains to Edinburgh

Scotrail is Scotland’s national railway provider, and Edinburgh Waverley is one of their biggest and busiest operation points along with Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central. Scotrail provide services from all of Edinburgh’s main train stations to destinations all over Scotland, from as far north as Inverness and the Highlands as well as Ayrshire and the southwest, plus long-distance services to England, Wales, and Ireland (via ferry).

Avanti West Coast trains to Edinburgh

Avanti West Coast run a large number of services to Edinburgh from a range of different West Coast and central cities in Scotland, England, and Wales. Most services connect with Edinburgh Waverley as the main endpoint, although Avanti West Coast serve other stations in Edinburgh including Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh Gateway, and Edinburgh Airport. They have long-distance services from as far south as London.

Virgin trains to Edinburgh

Virgin Trains operate a complex network of services emanating out of Edinburgh Waverley. Some high-speed Virgin services connect Edinburgh with London in as little as 4 hours and 30 minutes or Glasgow in as little as 45 minutes.

HS2 high-speed trains to Edinburgh

Edinburgh Waverley is part of the developing HS2 high-speed rail network, which aims to significantly cut the time to take a train to Edinburgh from cities such as London and Birmingham.

Main train stations in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Waverley is the primary railway station for a range of services by train to Edinburgh. It is the city’s biggest both in terms of facilities and in terms of train services. Waverley is by far the most conveniently located station in Edinburgh, located right in the middle of the city between the Old Town and the New Town, a stone’s throw from Princes Street and just a short walk from the Royal Mile. It has an excellent range of goods and services, including luggage storage, car hire, cash machines and currency exchange, accessible toilets, and a wide range of shops and eateries. The station has step-free access and passenger assistance services are available for disabled passengers. Edinburgh Gateway is a much smaller station, which is largely utilised for connecting the city and regional trains with Edinburgh Airport. Edinburgh Park station is another major station in the west of Edinburgh, receiving trains from Glasgow and the West Coast and convenient for business travellers for events at the nearby business park. Brunstane, Slateford and Kingsknowe are some of the smaller local stations, with very limited services and facilities, that are useful mostly for local connections.

How can I find cheap train tickets to Edinburgh?

There are many methods and tips for finding a cheap train to Edinburgh. However, a few of these stand out about the rest – first and foremost, book in advance and be flexible! Prices usually only always go up, so booking as early as possible will help you save money. Also, being flexible not only on what day and time you can travel but also where you travel (think smaller towns and breaking the journey up into multiple connections) could make a significant saving when it comes time to booking. In all cases, it makes sense to shop around and have a look at different options. Omio, which collates hundreds of different fares and ticket types from dozens of different providers in one place, makes it easy to do just that.

Before you travel to Edinburgh by train—good to know:

Edinburgh is a city full of world-famous monuments and events as well as plenty of pleasant surprises and under-the-radar delights. Although the Edinburgh Fringe is one of the world’s biggest cultural events, it is by no means the only thing worth visiting Edinburgh for – take the train to Edinburgh and see it from a different angle from atop Arthur’s Seat, the knobbly hill overlooking the city that provides better views than from Edinburgh Castle, without the ticket entry price! It’s worth having a walk around Edinburgh’s grand old streets, but don’t forget to take a stroll along the sleepy Water of Leith, too. Lined in parts by beautiful gardens, this eventually leads all the way to the sea with sensational views. Wherever you end up, it’s easy to get back to the city centre thanks to Edinburgh’s great network of public buses and trams.

Train companies: ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Lumo to Edinburgh trains

You can travel by train to Edinburgh with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and Lumo. When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

station information and services

Train stations in Edinburgh

Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free public Wi-Fi available.
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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Costa Coffee
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • The Pasty Shop
  • The Beer House
  • M&S
  • Pret a Manger
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
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.
WC
WC
  • 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,
Hotel
Hotel
  • Old Waverley Hotel
  • Jurys Inn Edinburgh
  • The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
  • Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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 Desk
Information Desk
  • Information booths are located on the concourse.
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.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 4:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
14
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7 with multiple entry points accessible from Eastfield Road.
Dining
Dining
  • The Gathering Restaurant & Lounge
  • Wetherspoon
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • £1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh Airport
  • Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Airport
  • Moxy Edinburgh Airport
Shower
Shower
  • Cost £7
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main terminal
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
  • Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
  • Parking: short and long stay options available
Public transit options for Edinburgh, Airport
  • Tram: Edinburgh Trams
  • Bus: Lothian Buses, Airlink 100, Skylink 200, 300, 400
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: No
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transit options for Edinburgh Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Shelter/Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
  • National key toilets: No
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Edinburgh Gateway
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Haymarket
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station

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