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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Tamworth
Cheapest price
$174
Average price
$174
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
382 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Tamworth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Tamworth will cost around $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $174.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Tamworth 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 382 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 34 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, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Tamworth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Tamworth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €96.
Distance: 237 miles (382 km)
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€119 Average price | €86 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Tamworth train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Tamworth 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 | 4h03 | 11:55 AM Tamworth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Tamworth
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Trains from Edinburgh to Tamworth run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€96) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 237 miles (382 km) distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 237 miles (382 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€96) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 06:06 |
Last train 19:26 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Edinburgh to Tamworth trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh and Tamworth from $43 (€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 Tamworth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Tamworth 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 Tamworth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Tamworth
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.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 20:00 Saturday 06:10 - 20:00 Sunday 09:15 - 16:45 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front.
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Friday 06:10-20:00, Saturday 06:10-20:00 and Sunday 09:15-16:45. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: N/A
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Outside the station entrance.
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