The cheapest and fastest trains from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
3 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halifax station (HFX) 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 Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
It's difficult to get from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) without transferring at least once.
G88990+
W852013:30 PM4h10Halifax station (HFX)7:40 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$831One-way1 transfer
G88961+
W851779:29 AM4h03Halifax station (HFX)1:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$921One-way1 transfer
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G889781:31 PM4h09Halifax station (HFX)5:40 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$921One-way1 transfer
W85182+
G8896911:30 AM4h06Halifax station (HFX)3:36 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$921One-way1 transfer
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C019434:54 PM3h35Halifax station (HFX)8:29 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$981One-way1 transfer
G80216+
G8896710:54 AM3h33Halifax station (HFX)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way1 transfer
G80228+
G8897612:54 PM3h33Halifax station (HFX)4:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1101One-way1 transfer
G80241+
C317142:54 PM3h34Halifax station (HFX)6:28 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$981One-way1 transfer
G88998+
C019434:54 PM3h35Halifax station (HFX)8:29 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$981One-way1 transfer
G80205+
G889608:54 AM3h36Halifax station (HFX)12:30 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$981One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $203.
Distance: 162 miles (262 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $203 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest |
4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $88 (€72).
A bus is $166 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $203 (€167).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 50m.
Bus takes on average 6h 53m.
Live departures
Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G66982+ G89274 | Delayed 7:10 AM 7:20 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h48 | 11:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W85168+ G88955 | Delayed 8:03 AM 7:28 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 4h09 | 11:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G01055+ L89539 | Delayed 8:10 AM 8:15 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h57 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W34144+ G88958 | Delayed 8:54 AM 8:28 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h52 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80205+ G88960 | Delayed 9:06 AM 8:54 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h36 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G66987+ L89544 | Delayed 9:10 AM 9:16 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h54 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W85177+ G88961 | Delayed 9:59 AM 9:29 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 4h03 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80211+ G88963 | Delayed 10:06 AM 9:54 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h38 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G01060+ L89553 | Delayed 10:10 AM 10:16 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h54 | 2:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W33941+ G88965 | Delayed 10:53 AM 10:29 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h50 | 2:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80216+ G88967 | Delayed 11:06 AM 10:54 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h33 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G01062+ L89567 | Delayed 11:09 AM 11:17 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h53 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G88969+ W85182 | On time 11:30 AM Halifax station (HFX) | 4h06 | 3:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80224+ G88971 | Delayed 12:06 PM 11:54 AMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h40 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G01064+ L89578 | Delayed 12:10 PM 12:15 PMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h52 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W34286+ G88974 | Delayed 12:54 PM 12:30 PMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h48 | 4:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80228+ G88976 | Delayed 1:06 PM 12:54 PMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h33 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G01067+ L89589 | Delayed 1:10 PM 1:16 PMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h53 | 5:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80234+ G88981 | Delayed 2:06 PM 1:54 PMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h37 | 5:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G01069+ L89597 | Delayed 2:10 PM 2:17 PMHalifax station (HFX) | 3h53 | 6:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 18:53. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (262 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 162 miles (262 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 6:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsCrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Halifax station (HFX) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $28 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
Transpennine Express
London North Eastern Railway
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Trains from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax station (HFX) 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most Halifax station (HFX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Halifax to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Halifax station (HFX) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Halifax from Halifax city centre
Halifax train station facilities and services
Halifax has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Halifax.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Halifax.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Halifax: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Halifax: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halifax: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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