The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
4 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN) will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for Lincoln Central (LCN) on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 348 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 2 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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.


Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) - Lincoln Central (LCN)Compare LNER, CrossCountry


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 216 miles (348 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€70 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h56 | 3:56 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h02 | 1:02 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN) by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Edinburgh Waverley to Lincoln Central trains with Omio?
LNER as well as CrossCountry offer trains services from Edinburgh Waverley to Lincoln Central. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh Waverley to Lincoln Central.
Why book with Omio vs LNER?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for LNER, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh Waverley to Lincoln Central.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare LNER with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh Waverley to Lincoln Central.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While LNER tickets can be bought on LNER's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry to help you choose the right option for your journey from Edinburgh Waverley to Lincoln Central.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh Waverley to Lincoln Central.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 12:00. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (348 km) distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 12:00 |
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trainsLNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Lincoln Central (LCN) from $45 (€36). 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN) 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 Lincoln Central (LCN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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