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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$119
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
6 h 7 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
533 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harwich to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harwich to Edinburgh will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.
Of the 2 trains that leave Harwich for Edinburgh on Thu, Jun 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 533 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 7 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 6 h 9 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harwich to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $89.
Distance: 331 miles (533 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$121 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harwich to Edinburgh:
A flight is $62 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harwich to Edinburgh costing on average $121 (€98).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 43m.
Bus takes on average 14h 48m.
Tickets start at around $121 (€98) compared to roughly $186 (€151) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $65 (€53). The journey takes 7h 43m versus 7h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Harwich to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:31 AM Harwich | 6h07 | 4:38 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:31 PM Harwich | 6h09 | 6:40 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Harwich to Edinburgh run on average 19 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€72) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 331 miles (533 km) distance in 6h 7m.
Distance 331 miles (533 km) |
Average train duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€72) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 6h 7m |
First train 5:24 AM |
Last train 5:30 PM |
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Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
The national art gallery in central Edinburgh, known for European masters and Scottish art. Easy to combine with Princes Street Gardens and the Royal Mile.
A striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of people who shaped Scottish history and culture. Popular for both the collection and the architecture.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street, linking the castle and Holyroodhouse through closes, courtyards, shops, and major heritage sites.
A central public garden below the castle with iconic skyline views, floral displays, and easy access to both Old and New Town sights.
One of the city’s classic viewpoints, known for panoramic views, monuments, and sunrise or sunset photography. Especially popular on social media.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a savory pudding traditionally made with minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, served with mashed turnips and potatoes.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, closely associated with the northeast but widely loved in Edinburgh.
A hearty traditional soup made with barley, root vegetables, and usually lamb or mutton, valued as classic Scottish comfort food.
A popular gastropub by Tom Kitchin serving refined Scottish pub classics in a warm, stylish, and relaxed setting.
A long-established local favorite serving traditional Scottish dishes with local ingredients in a comfortable, accessible city-center setting.
One of Scotland’s oldest pubs, offering classic Scottish food and a historic tavern atmosphere slightly outside the city center.
Expensive by UK standards. Hotels peak in summer and festival season, while pubs and casual dining are more manageable.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not already included. Round up for taxis. Tips are optional in pubs and cafes.
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