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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum with major collections in science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$479
Average price
$532
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fleet to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fleet to Edinburgh will cost around $532 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $479.
It's difficult to get from Fleet to Edinburgh without transferring at least 2 times.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fleet to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $129.
Distance: 336 miles (542 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$145 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $143 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 28m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fleet to Edinburgh:
A flight is $27 (€23) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fleet to Edinburgh costing on average $59 (€49).
A flight is $113 (€93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fleet to Edinburgh costing on average $145 (€119).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 15m.
Bus takes on average 12h 58m.
You'll arrive about 1h 23m sooner (6h 15m by train vs 7h 38m by car). Tickets start at around $145 (€119) compared to roughly $143 (€118) 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Fleet to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G25698+ Q09757+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+ L79343 | Delayed 9:15 AM 8:22 AMFleet station (FLE) | 6h10 | 2:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
G25698+ L79922+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross+ Q10594 | Delayed 9:15 AM 8:26 AMFleet station (FLE) | 6h06 | 2:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4 transfers | |
G80216+ L79922+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | Delayed 9:03 AM 8:26 AMFleet station (FLE) | 6h01 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G80221+ L80491+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | Delayed 9:30 AM 8:42 AMFleet station (FLE) | 5h57 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G80224+ L83034+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | Delayed 10:03 AM 9:11 AMFleet station (FLE) | 6h23 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G80224+ L79928+ Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross+ Q10169 | Delayed 10:03 AM 9:27 AMFleet station (FLE) | 6h07 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, June 25 | |||||
![]() | 12:48 AM Fleet | 11h32 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Fleet to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $129 (€107) but you can travel from only $21 (€18) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 336 miles (542 km) distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 336 miles (542 km) |
Average train duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $129 (€107) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 8:20 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Edinburgh — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Edinburgh trip today.
Scotland’s flagship museum with major collections in science, design, world cultures, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
The principal fine art gallery in central Edinburgh, known for Scottish and European masterpieces in a prime Princes Street Gardens setting.
A landmark portrait gallery celebrating Scotland’s people through art, photography, and decorative interiors in a striking neo-Gothic building.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street, linking the castle and Holyroodhouse through closes, shops, courtyards, and major landmarks.
One of the city’s best viewpoints, known for sunrise and sunset photos, monuments, and broad views over Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth.
The city’s famous volcanic peak in Holyrood Park, offering one of the best outdoor walks and panoramic views in Edinburgh.
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties. It is strongly associated with Edinburgh and Burns Night suppers.
A rich Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions. Though originating in the northeast, it is a classic dish widely served in Edinburgh.
A small double-crust meat pie, usually filled with spiced minced lamb or mutton. It is a traditional Scottish bakery staple and a common quick bite in Edinburgh.
Long-established Edinburgh favourite serving modern Scottish dishes in a warm, relaxed setting. Good choice for haggis, seafood, and seasonal local produce.
Well-known gastropub by celebrated local chefs, offering refined Scottish pub food and a polished but comfortable atmosphere in Stockbridge.
Established seafood restaurant known for high-quality Scottish fish and shellfish, with a smart city-centre setting suited to a more upscale meal.
Costs are high by UK standards, especially for central hotels. Pubs and casual dining are manageable, but attractions and festival periods raise overall daily spend.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not already included. Round up in taxis. Tipping is not usually expected for counter service, pubs, or coffee shops, but small tips are appreciated.
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Edinburgh Waverley, Edinburgh -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
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