The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Reston
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Reston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Reston will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Reston on Wed, Dec 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 48 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 train and bus for Edinburgh to Reston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Reston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a bus costs an average of €21.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Reston train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Reston trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:29 AM Edinburgh | 0h48 | 5:17 AM Reston | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:34 AM Edinburgh | 0h40 | 9:14 AM Reston | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:28 PM Edinburgh | 0h40 | 11:08 PM Reston | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Reston by train or bus
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Reston trains with Omio?
TransPennine Express as well as LNER offer trains services from Edinburgh to Reston. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh to Reston.
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of LNER to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Reston.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Reston.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While TransPennine Express tickets can be bought on TransPennine Express's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of LNER to help you choose the right option for your journey from Edinburgh to Reston.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Reston.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Reston
Trains from Edinburgh to Reston run on average 2 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 38m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 05:29 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER from Edinburgh to Reston trainsTransPennine Express, LNER trains will get you between Edinburgh and Reston from $11 (€9). 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 Reston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Reston 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 Reston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Reston
- 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: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and roadbridge connecting both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Near Carpark
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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 car park entrance, Platform 2
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