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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Ashford
Cheapest price
$319
Average price
$319
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
598 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Ashford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Ashford will cost around $319 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $319.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Ashford without transferring at least once.
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9:00 AM5h18Edinburgh2:18 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer- 9:30 AM5h14Edinburgh2:44 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 AM5h18Edinburgh3:18 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer
- 10:30 AM5h15Edinburgh3:45 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer
- 11:00 AM5h18Edinburgh4:18 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer
- 2:30 PM5h12Edinburgh7:42 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer
- 9:30 AM5h14Edinburgh2:44 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer
- 12:30 PM5h14Edinburgh5:44 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer
- 1:30 PM5h14Edinburgh6:44 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer
- 3:30 PM5h14Edinburgh8:44 PMAshford$3191One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Ashford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Ashford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $92.
Distance: 371 miles (598 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$117 Average price | $78 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Ashford:
A flight is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Ashford costing on average $117 (€96).
Other travel options to Ashford take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 8m.
The journey is about 3h 2m faster (5h 8m by train vs 8h 10m by car) and roughly $37 (€30) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($117 (€96) vs $154 (€126)). 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
Edinburgh to Ashford train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Ashford trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 2:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 9:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h14 | 2:44 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 10:00 AM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 3:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 10:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h15 | 3:45 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 11:00 AM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 4:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 11:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h15 | 4:45 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 12:00 PM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 5:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 12:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h14 | 5:44 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 1:00 PM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 6:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 1:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h14 | 6:44 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 2:00 PM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 7:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 2:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h12 | 7:42 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 3:00 PM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 8:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 3:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h14 | 8:44 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 4:00 PM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 9:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 4:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h15 | 9:45 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 5:00 PM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 10:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 5:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h15 | 10:45 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 6:00 PM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 11:18 PM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 7:00 PM Edinburgh | 5h18 | 12:18 AM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
| 7:25 PM Edinburgh | 11h50 | 7:15 AM Ashford | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Ashford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Ashford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€75) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 371 miles (598 km) distance in 5h 44m.
Distance 371 miles (598 km) |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€75) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 44m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Ashford trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Ashford from $25 (€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 Edinburgh to Ashford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Ashford 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 Ashford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Ashford
Most Edinburgh to Ashford trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Ashford International station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Ashford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Ashford station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Ashford International from Ashford city centre
Ashford International train station facilities and services
Ashford International has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ashford International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ashford International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ashford International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ashford International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ashford International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ashford International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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