- Must visit
Woolsthorpe Manor
National Trust property where Isaac Newton was born, with historic rooms, orchard, and hands-on science interpretation.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Grantham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Grantham will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh for Grantham on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 376 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 19 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.






Trains from Edinburgh to Grantham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 but you can travel from only $42 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:55. The fastest train covers the 233 miles (376 km) distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 233 miles (376 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 8:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Grantham trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:00 PM Edinburgh | 3h20 | 7:20 PM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
![]() | 9:00 AM Edinburgh | 3h19 | 12:19 PM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Edinburgh | 3h19 | 1:19 PM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Edinburgh | 3h19 | 2:19 PM Grantham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Grantham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grantham trip today.
National Trust property where Isaac Newton was born, with historic rooms, orchard, and hands-on science interpretation.
Historic house and formal gardens just outside Grantham, featuring exhibitions, collections, and a major country-house experience.
Country house with a respected art collection and curated interiors, popular for visitors exploring the wider Grantham area.
Main civic and commercial heart of Grantham, good for historic architecture, shopping, and getting a feel for the town centre.
Attractive riverside green space with paths, play areas, and views, ideal for a break close to the town centre.
Open parkland beside Belton House, excellent for walking, seasonal colour, and classic English landscape scenery.
Lincolnshire sausages are coarse pork sausages seasoned with sage. They are a county classic often served with mash and gravy in local pubs.
Haslet is a traditional Lincolnshire pork loaf seasoned with sage and baked. It is a long-standing regional favourite sold by butchers and delis.
Plum bread is a lightly sweet fruited loaf from Lincolnshire, usually sliced and served with butter. It is a beloved regional tea-time treat.
Popular Turkish restaurant known for grilled meats, mezze, and warm service in a modern casual dining room.
Well-known steakhouse and grill offering burgers, ribs, and mixed grills in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Established pub and restaurant serving cask ale, roasts, and British comfort food in a traditional coaching inn setting.
Moderate for England: hotels and dining are mid-priced, local buses are reasonable, and chains or pubs offer better value than major UK tourist cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis; cafes usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Grantham 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 Grantham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Grantham trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Grantham station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Grantham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
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.
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Information desks are 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
Grantham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Grantham.
ATMs are available at Grantham.
Ticket office support is available at Grantham.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grantham: Parking, WC.
Available at Grantham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grantham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable, 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.
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