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Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $81, and a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 310 miles (500 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$97 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead:
A flight is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead costing on average $97 (€80).
Other travel options to Hemel Hempstead take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Bus takes on average 9h 6m.
The journey is about 1h 41m faster (5h 18m by train vs 6h 59m by car) and roughly $32 (€26) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($97 (€80) vs $129 (€106)). 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.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:01, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 310 miles (500 km) distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 310 miles (500 km) |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 4:01 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Hemel Hempstead from $72 (€59). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
Avanti West Coast
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead
Most Edinburgh to Hemel Hempstead trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Hemel Hempstead station pair, with some services arriving at Apsley. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Hemel Hempstead from Hemel Hempstead city centre
Hemel Hempstead is 1 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Hemel Hempstead train station facilities and services
Hemel Hempstead has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Fishery Wharf Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hemel Hempstead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hemel Hempstead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hemel Hempstead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hemel Hempstead: 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Card payment only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Apsley from Hemel Hempstead city centre
Apsley is 2 km from Hemel Hempstead city centre. Public transport options include:
Apsley train station facilities and services
Apsley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Apsley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Apsley. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Apsley: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Apsley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Apsley: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is accessible outside the Booking Hall, for card payment only, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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