The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Telford
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
367 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Telford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Telford will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 2 trains that leave Edinburgh for Telford on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 367 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 26 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.




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Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Telford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Telford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €52, and a train costs an average of €58.
Distance: 228 miles (367 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€105 Average price | €83 Average price Cheapest |
5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Telford train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Telford trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:52 AM Edinburgh | 4h32 | 2:24 PM Telford | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Telford trains with Omio?
Avanti West Coast as well as CrossCountry and first_transpennine_express offer trains services from Edinburgh to Telford. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Edinburgh to Telford.
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry and first_transpennine_express to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Telford.
- 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 Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Telford.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Avanti West Coast tickets can be bought on Avanti West Coast's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of CrossCountry and first_transpennine_express to help you choose the right option for your journey from Edinburgh to Telford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Telford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Telford
Trains from Edinburgh to Telford run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $65 (€52) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 228 miles (367 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 228 miles (367 km) |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 18:57 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express from Edinburgh to Telford trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Telford from $65 (€52). 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 Telford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Telford 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 Telford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Telford
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 10:00 - 17:00 None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are located in the Booking Hall; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 06:00-19:00 and Sunday 10:00-17:00. The toilet facilities are not available when the Ticket Office is closed.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: At the public service bus stop outside the front of the station.
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