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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
$125
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
348 km
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 $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
It's difficult to get from Lincoln to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
G08044 · G80211
G80171 · G80205+
G89405
C01971+
C88222
G80205+
C21279
G80171 · G80205+
G89405
G08044 · G80211
C01971+
C88222
G80205+
C21279Omio 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 flight with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 flight costs an average of $34, and a train costs an average of $63.
Distance: 216 miles (348 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $93 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lincoln to Edinburgh:
A flight is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lincoln to Edinburgh costing on average $108 (€89).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 14m.
You'll arrive about 1h 0m sooner (4h 14m by train vs 5h 14m by car). Tickets start at around $108 (€89) compared to roughly $69 (€57) 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 Lincoln to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G89405+ G80171 · G80205 | On time 8:25 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 4h05 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
G08044 · G80211 | On time 9:20 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 4h12 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C59658+ G80216 | On time 10:34 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 3h53 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G08050 · G80224 | On time 11:20 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 4h14 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G89412+ G80224+ W00034 | On time 11:23 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 4h11 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
C21331+ G80228 | On time 11:42 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 4h45 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G89416+ G80176 · G80228 | On time 12:23 PM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 4h04 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
C88222+ C01971 | 6:00 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 4h28 | 10:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C21279+ G80205 | 7:50 AM Lincoln Central (LCN) | 4h40 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Lincoln to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€52) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (348 km) distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€52) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 7:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln to Edinburgh 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lincoln to Edinburgh trains use the Lincoln Central to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Lincoln and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lincoln Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Lincoln Central.
ATMs are available at Lincoln Central.
Ticket office support is available at Lincoln Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lincoln Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Lincoln Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lincoln Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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