The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Heysham
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Heysham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Heysham will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Heysham on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Heysham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Heysham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
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€38 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Heysham train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Heysham trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:52 AM Edinburgh | 4h18 | 12:10 PM Heysham | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:11 AM Edinburgh | 2h59 | 12:10 PM Heysham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Heysham
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 08:52 |
Last train 13:21 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Edinburgh to Heysham start from as low as $35 (€29) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $47 (€38) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Heysham trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Heysham from $15 (€12). 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 Heysham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Heysham 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 Heysham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Heysham
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Access to platform from car park up 6 steps with handrail and through terminal building or up a 15 metre ramp.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the car park outside the terminal building.
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