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Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Newhaven
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Newhaven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. 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 bus costs an average of $69, and a train costs an average of $156.
Distance: 380 miles (612 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$156 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 35m Average total duration 17h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Newhaven:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Newhaven costing on average $108 (€89).
A bus is $87 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Newhaven costing on average $156 (€128).
Other travel options to Newhaven take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 39m.
Bus takes on average 17h 5m.
The journey is about 1h 51m faster (6h 39m by train vs 8h 30m by car) and roughly $0.69 (€0.57) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($156 (€128) vs $157 (€129)). 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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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Newhaven
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Trains from Edinburgh to Newhaven run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $156 (€128) but you can travel from only $69 (€57) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 18:02. The fastest train covers the 380 miles (612 km) distance in 6h 39m.
Distance 380 miles (612 km) |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $156 (€128) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 39m |
First train 4:59 AM |
Last train 6:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Newhaven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Newhaven 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 Newhaven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Newhaven
Most Edinburgh to Newhaven trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Newhaven Town station pair, with some services arriving at Newhaven Harbour. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Newhaven 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 Newhaven station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Newhaven Town from Newhaven city centre
Newhaven Town train station facilities and services
Newhaven Town has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Newhaven Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Newhaven Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newhaven Town.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newhaven Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newhaven Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newhaven Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is at the entrance to platform 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Newhaven Harbour train station facilities and services
Newhaven Harbour has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Newhaven Harbour.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newhaven Harbour: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Newhaven Harbour: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newhaven Harbour: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access to Platform 1 only (for services towards Seaford). However, there is step free access available at Newhaven Town station for services to Lewes/London (0.5 miles from Newhaven Harbour). Assistance Meeting Point is at the entrance gate on platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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