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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Conwy
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Conwy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Conwy will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 4 trains that leave Edinburgh for Conwy on Fri, Jul 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 300 km distance in an average of 6 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 7 h 42 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.
11:08 AM7h42Edinburgh6:50 PMConwy$721One-way0 transfers- 9:08 AM7h13Edinburgh4:21 PMConwy$831One-way0 transfers
12:52 PM6h58Edinburgh7:50 PMConwy$841One-way0 transfers- 3:52 PM4h55Edinburgh8:47 PMConwy$1841One-way0 transfers
- 3:52 PM4h55Edinburgh8:47 PMConwy$1841One-way0 transfers
- 12:52 PM6h58Edinburgh7:50 PMConwy$841One-way0 transfers
- 9:08 AM7h13Edinburgh4:21 PMConwy$831One-way0 transfers
- 11:08 AM7h42Edinburgh6:50 PMConwy$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Conwy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Conwy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $128.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$80 Average price Cheapest | $253 Average price | $141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Conwy:
A train is $173 (€142) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Conwy costing on average $253 (€208).
Other travel options to Conwy take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 15m.
The journey is about 5m faster (5h 14m by train vs 5h 19m by car) and roughly $61 (€50) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($80 (€66) vs $141 (€116)). 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 Conwy train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Conwy trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:52 AM Edinburgh | 5h28 | 1:20 PM Conwy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:52 AM Edinburgh | 5h28 | 2:20 PM Conwy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:08 AM Edinburgh | 7h42 | 6:50 PM Conwy | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:52 PM Edinburgh | 4h55 | 8:47 PM Conwy | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Conwy
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Conwy run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 186 miles (300 km) distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 6:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Conwy trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Conwy from $46 (€38). 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 Conwy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Conwy 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 Conwy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Conwy
Most Edinburgh to Conwy trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Conwy station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Conwy 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.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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.
Which Conwy station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Conwy from Conwy city centre
Conwy train station facilities and services
Conwy has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food options include: Annas Tea Room, Amelies, The Press Room Cafe, 2 The Square
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Conwy: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Conwy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Conwy: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Separate step-free access to each platform: Platform 1 (to Chester) available from Market Place car park, itself accessible via roadway ramp from Rosemary Lane. Step-free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) is possible via Twr Llewelyn off the Morfa Bach car park, which has a steep incline and uneven surface in places. Step-free access between platforms is only possible by taking a 400m route via Twr Llewelyn to Morfa Bach car park, a subway and partially cobbled path onto Rose Hill Street. Platform 2 is also accessible via a staircase adjacent to Rosemary Terrace on Rosemary Lane, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Castle Bank Hotel.
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