4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Newquay
Cheapest price
$193
Average price
$247
Fastest journey
10 h 9 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
629 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Newquay is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Newquay will cost around $247 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $193.
Of the 4 trains that leave Edinburgh for Newquay on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 629 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 9 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 11 h 16 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.
5:50 AM11h13Edinburgh5:03 PMNewquay$1931One-way0 transfers
8:30 AM10h41Edinburgh7:11 PMNewquay$2531One-way0 transfers- 11:00 AM10h09Edinburgh9:09 PMNewquay$2541One-way0 transfers
- 5:48 AM11h16Edinburgh5:04 PMNewquay$2901One-way0 transfers
- 11:00 AM10h09Edinburgh9:09 PMNewquay$2541One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 AM10h41Edinburgh7:11 PMNewquay$2531One-way0 transfers
- 5:50 AM11h13Edinburgh5:03 PMNewquay$1931One-way0 transfers
- 5:48 AM11h16Edinburgh5:04 PMNewquay$2901One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Newquay
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Newquay among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $84.
Distance: 390 miles (629 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$265 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $238 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 50m Average total duration Fastest 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 55m Average total duration 17h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Newquay:
A bus is $182 (€145) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Newquay costing on average $265 (€212).
Other travel options to Newquay take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 20m.
Bus takes on average 17h 25m.
Tickets start at around $265 (€212) compared to roughly $238 (€189) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-27.63 (€-22.03). The journey takes 10h 20m versus 9h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Newquay train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Newquay trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:48 AM Edinburgh | 11h16 | 5:04 PM Newquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:50 AM Edinburgh | 11h13 | 5:03 PM Newquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 AM Edinburgh | 10h41 | 7:11 PM Newquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 AM Edinburgh | 10h09 | 9:09 PM Newquay | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Newquay
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Newquay run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€67) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 390 miles (629 km) distance in 10h 3m.
Distance 390 miles (629 km) |
Average train duration 10h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€67) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 3m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Edinburgh to Newquay trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh and Newquay from $44 (€35). 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 Newquay
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Newquay 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 Newquay, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Newquay
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday Closed The ticket office is will not be open in 2022.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact local taxi firms for details
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Waiting area under canopy
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop in the car park at the front of the station
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