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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Jul 18

Cheapest price

$91

Average price

$110

Fastest journey

3 h 59 m

Average duration

4 h 45 m

Trains per day

Distance

348 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lincoln to Edinburgh will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Lincoln for Edinburgh on Fri, Jul 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 348 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .

On Fri, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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.

05:16AM5h58

Lincoln

11:14AMEdinburgh

$911One-way

0 transfers

09:11AM3h59

Lincoln

01:10PMEdinburgh

$1161One-way

0 transfers

11:48AM4h18

Lincoln

04:06PMEdinburgh

$1221One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and flight for Lincoln to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lincoln to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €40.

Distance: 216 miles (348 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Flight
€79 Average price Cheapest	€82 Average price
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lincoln to Edinburgh

United Kingdom

Trains from Lincoln to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $50 (€40)

Distance

216 miles (348 km)

Average train duration

4h 19m

Cheapest ticket price

$53 (€42)

Trains per day

Fastest train

3h 55m

First train

03:10

Last train

19:38

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $50 (€40)

Train companies: East Coast, CrossCountry and Lumo from Lincoln to Edinburgh trains

Buy your official East Coast, CrossCountry and Lumo train tickets from Lincoln to Edinburgh from $42 (€34) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular route.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times.

East Coast from Lincoln to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $42

Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

FAQs: Trains from Lincoln to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Lincoln to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lincoln to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Lincoln to Edinburgh can start from as little as $46 (€37) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lincoln to Edinburgh is $98 (€80); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Lincoln to Edinburgh train travel time is 3 h 55 min for the 216 mile (348 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Lincoln to Edinburgh leaves at 3: 10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lincoln to Edinburgh leaves at 7: 38 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Lincoln to Edinburgh which require at least one change with LNER or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Lincoln to Edinburgh, you can count on LNER or CrossCountry for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Edinburgh from Lincoln and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 38 PM.

A trip to Edinburgh from Lincoln is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Lincoln to Edinburgh is February.

You have options as you can travel to Edinburgh from Lincoln 2 different ways: train or flight.