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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€188
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€265
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
8 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 20
14
Distance
581 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around €265 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €188.
It's difficult to get from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) without transferring at least once.
G80244+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C0123711:07 AM9h07Exeter St Davids (EXD)8:14 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1881One-way2 transfers- G80238+C01236+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross10:14 AM9h15Exeter St Davids (EXD)7:29 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1881One-way2 transfers
- G80261+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+W354072:06 PM9h20Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:26 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1931One-way2 transfers
- G80250+C01238+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross12:06 PM9h18Exeter St Davids (EXD)9:24 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1931One-way2 transfers
W33290+Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+W35408+
W852113:16 PM8h28Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:44 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1931One-way3 transfers
W29782+W3337510:27 AM7h52Exeter St Davids (EXD)6:19 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1941One-way1 transfer- G01078+W3337412:27 PM7h57Exeter St Davids (EXD)8:24 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€5851One-way1 transfer
- G01077+W33376+W8520011:27 AM8h12Exeter St Davids (EXD)7:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€5851One-way2 transfers
- W33365 · W33372+Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+W354072:06 PM8h20Exeter St Davids (EXD)10:26 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1931One-way3 transfers
- W33290+Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+W35408+W852113:16 PM8h28Exeter St Davids (EXD)11:44 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1931One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €92 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €92, while a flight costs an average of €225.
Distance: 361 miles (581 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€204 Average price | €92 Average price Cheapest | €225 Average price | €167 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 43m Average total duration 14h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is €112 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average €204.
A bus is €133 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average €225.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 7m.
Bus takes on average 14h 13m.
You'll arrive about 1h 4m sooner (7h 7m by train vs 8h 11m by car). Tickets start at around €204 compared to roughly €167 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Cross Country.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01079+W33798 | On time 1:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 6h59 | 8:26 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G00939+W33794 | On time 2:52 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 7h36 | 10:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G00939+W33794 | On time 2:52 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 7h36 | 10:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W34584+Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+W33709+ L87915 | On time 3:16 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 9h20 | 12:36 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G01084+W33794 | On time 3:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 7h01 | 10:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80231+W34561+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 8:30 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 10h01 | 6:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G80238+C01236+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 10:14 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 9h15 | 7:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W33375+W29782 | 10:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 7h52 | 6:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80244+C01237+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 11:07 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 9h07 | 8:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G01077+W33376+W85200 | 11:27 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 8h12 | 7:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00878+W33374+GW148600 · V13467 | 11:47 AM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 8h37 | 8:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G80250+C01238+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 12:06 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 9h18 | 9:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| W33374+G01078 | 12:27 PM Exeter St Davids (EXD) | 7h57 | 8:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €68 but you can travel from only €36 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 14:27. The fastest train covers the 361 miles (581 km) distance in 6h 33m.
Distance 361 miles (581 km) |
Average train duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €68 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 33m |
First train 6:20 AM |
Last train 2:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Lumo from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Lumo trains will get you between Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from €36. 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 Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most Exeter St Davids (EXD) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter St Davids (EXD) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, 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 accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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