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Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Wrexham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Wrexham 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 200 miles (323 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $79 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 46m Average total duration 17h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Wrexham:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Wrexham costing on average $79 (€65).
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Wrexham costing on average $110 (€90).
Other travel options to Wrexham take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 38m.
Bus takes on average 17h 16m.
The journey is about 1h 10m faster (3h 38m by train vs 4h 48m by car) and roughly $21 (€17) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($110 (€90) vs $131 (€107)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Wrexham train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Wrexham trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 8:05 AM Edinburgh | 6h50 | 2:55 PM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh | 4h48 | 1:40 PM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 10:11 AM Edinburgh | 4h59 | 3:10 PM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:11 PM Edinburgh | 5h14 | 5:25 PM Wrexham | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Wrexham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Wrexham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 19:16. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (323 km) distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 200 miles (323 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 7:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express from Edinburgh to Wrexham trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Wrexham from $37 (€30). 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 Wrexham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Wrexham 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 Wrexham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Wrexham
Most Edinburgh to Wrexham trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Wrexham Central station pair, with some services arriving at Wrexham General. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Wrexham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, 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.
Which Wrexham station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Wrexham Central from Wrexham city centre
Wrexham Central train station facilities and services
Wrexham Central has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wrexham Central: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Wrexham Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the Retail Park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Wrexham General from Wrexham city centre
Wrexham General train station facilities and services
Wrexham General has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wrexham General.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wrexham General.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wrexham General. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wrexham General: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wrexham General: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wrexham General: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
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