The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Totnes
Cheapest price
$643
Average price
$661
Fastest journey
7 h 29 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
615 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Totnes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Totnes will cost around $661 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $643.
Of the 11 trains that leave Edinburgh for Totnes on Sun, Jun 21, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 615 km distance in an average of 7 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 29 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 8 h 12 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.
10:51 AM7h35Edinburgh6:26 PMTotnes$6431One-way2 transfers
12:51 PM7h29Edinburgh8:20 PMTotnes$6431One-way2 transfers
2:51 PM7h30Edinburgh10:21 PMTotnes$6431One-way2 transfers
6:51 PM15h28Edinburgh10:19 AMTotnes$6431One-way2 transfers
9:08 AM8h12Edinburgh5:20 PMTotnes$6721One-way0 transfers
12:51 PM7h29Edinburgh8:20 PMTotnes$6431One-way2 transfers
2:51 PM7h30Edinburgh10:21 PMTotnes$6431One-way2 transfers
10:51 AM7h35Edinburgh6:26 PMTotnes$6431One-way2 transfers
3:05 PM8h11Edinburgh11:16 PMTotnes$6721One-way0 transfers
9:08 AM8h12Edinburgh5:20 PMTotnes$6721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh to Totnes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Totnes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $121. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $121, and a flight costs an average of $206.
Distance: 382 miles (615 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$148 Average price | $233 Average price | $123 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 19m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 0m Average total duration 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Totnes:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Totnes costing on average $148 (€121).
A bus is $110 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Totnes costing on average $233 (€190).
Other travel options to Totnes take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 49m.
Bus takes on average 15h 30m.
The journey is about 42m faster (7h 49m by train vs 8h 31m by car) and roughly $20 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($148 (€121) vs $168 (€138)). 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.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Totnes train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Totnes trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:08 AM Edinburgh | 8h12 | 5:20 PM Totnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:08 AM Edinburgh | 8h18 | 6:26 PM Totnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:51 AM Edinburgh | 7h35 | 6:26 PM Totnes | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:07 AM Edinburgh | 8h12 | 7:19 PM Totnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:05 PM Edinburgh | 8h15 | 8:20 PM Totnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:51 PM Edinburgh | 7h29 | 8:20 PM Totnes | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:05 PM Edinburgh | 8h14 | 9:19 PM Totnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:08 PM Edinburgh | 8h13 | 10:21 PM Totnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:51 PM Edinburgh | 7h30 | 10:21 PM Totnes | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:05 PM Edinburgh | 8h11 | 11:16 PM Totnes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Totnes trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Totnes.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Totnes.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo, Cross Country or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Totnes.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Totnes.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Totnes
Trains from Edinburgh to Totnes run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 18:43. The fastest train covers the 382 miles (615 km) distance in 7h 48m.
Distance 382 miles (615 km) |
Average train duration 7h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 48m |
First train 12:22 AM |
Last train 6:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Lumo, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Totnes trainsCrossCountry, Lumo, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Totnes from $95 (€78). 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 Totnes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Totnes 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 Totnes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Totnes
- 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.
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is pay & display, with a fee of £5
- Signal Box Cafe
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- £0.50
- Royal Seven Stars Hotel
- The Great Grubb Bed & Breakfast
- The Steam Packet Inn
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms accessible via footbridge with lifts
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available outside the station
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