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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Alnwick
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Alnwick is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Alnwick will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh for Alnwick on Fri, Jul 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 17 the direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Fri, Jul 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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.
W857859:08 AM1h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:21 AMAlnmouth (ALM)$191One-way0 transfers
C020069:30 AM0h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:28 AMAlnmouth (ALM)$431One-way0 transfers
G011489:05 AM1h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:06 AMAlnmouth (ALM)$461One-way0 transfers
- C020069:30 AM0h58Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:28 AMAlnmouth (ALM)$431One-way0 transfers
- G011489:05 AM1h01Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:06 AMAlnmouth (ALM)$461One-way0 transfers
- W857859:08 AM1h13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:21 AMAlnmouth (ALM)$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Alnwick
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Alnwick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Alnwick:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Alnwick costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Alnwick take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 9m.
The journey is about 51m faster (1h 5m by train vs 1h 56m by car) and roughly $53 (€43) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€16) vs $72 (€59)). 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.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Alnwick train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Alnwick trains for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85796+ G89987 | On time 4:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h39 | 7:47 PM Acklington station (ACK) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
| G01148 | 9:05 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h01 | 10:06 AM Alnmouth (ALM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85785 | 9:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h13 | 10:21 AM Alnmouth (ALM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C02006 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h58 | 10:28 AM Alnmouth (ALM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or CrossCountry to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Alnwick.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Alnwick
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Alnwick run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 23:31. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 5:29 AM |
Last train 11:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Alnwick trainsTranspennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh and Alnwick from $12 (€9). 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 to Alnwick
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Alnwick 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 Alnwick, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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