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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Harpenden
Cheapest price
$294
Average price
$294
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
496 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Harpenden is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Harpenden will cost around $294 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $294.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Harpenden without transferring at least once.
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5:37 AM4h40Edinburgh10:17 AMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer- 5:50 AM5h10Edinburgh11:00 AMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer
- 6:30 AM5h00Edinburgh11:30 AMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer
- 7:00 AM4h47Edinburgh11:47 AMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer
- 7:30 AM5h00Edinburgh12:30 PMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer
- 2:00 PM4h35Edinburgh6:35 PMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer
- 5:37 AM4h40Edinburgh10:17 AMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer
- 3:00 PM4h44Edinburgh7:44 PMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer
- 7:00 AM4h47Edinburgh11:47 AMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer
- 8:00 AM4h47Edinburgh12:47 PMHarpenden$2941One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Harpenden
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Harpenden among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a train costs an average of $112.
Distance: 308 miles (496 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$137 Average price | $65 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 39m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Harpenden:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Harpenden costing on average $65 (€53).
A bus is $78 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Harpenden costing on average $137 (€112).
Other travel options to Harpenden take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 5m.
Bus takes on average 10h 9m.
You'll arrive about 1h 49m sooner (5h 5m by train vs 6h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $137 (€112) compared to roughly $128 (€105) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Harpenden train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Harpenden trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:37 AM Edinburgh | 4h40 | 10:17 AM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 5:50 AM Edinburgh | 5h10 | 11:00 AM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 6:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 11:30 AM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 7:00 AM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 11:47 AM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 7:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 12:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 8:00 AM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 12:47 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 8:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 1:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 9:00 AM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 1:47 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 9:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 2:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 10:00 AM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 2:47 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 10:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 3:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 11:00 AM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 3:47 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 11:30 AM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 4:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 12:00 PM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 4:47 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 12:31 PM Edinburgh | 4h59 | 5:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 1:00 PM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 5:47 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 1:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 6:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 2:00 PM Edinburgh | 4h35 | 6:35 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 2:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h05 | 7:35 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 3:00 PM Edinburgh | 4h44 | 7:44 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 3:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 8:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 4:00 PM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 8:47 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 4:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 9:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 5:00 PM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 9:47 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 5:30 PM Edinburgh | 5h00 | 10:30 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 6:00 PM Edinburgh | 4h47 | 10:47 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
| 7:00 PM Edinburgh | 4h53 | 11:53 PM Harpenden | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Harpenden
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Harpenden run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $112 (€92) but you can travel from only $36 (€30) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 02:49, the last at 22:22. The fastest train covers the 308 miles (496 km) distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 308 miles (496 km) |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $112 (€92) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 2:49 AM |
Last train 10:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Harpenden trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Harpenden from $36 (€30). 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 Harpenden
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Harpenden 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 Harpenden, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Harpenden
Most Edinburgh to Harpenden trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Harpenden station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Harpenden 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 Harpenden station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Harpenden from Harpenden city centre
Harpenden train station facilities and services
Harpenden has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harpenden.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Harpenden.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Harpenden.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harpenden: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harpenden: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harpenden: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the front of the station Ticket Office entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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