The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark Castle (NCT) 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 Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 12 trains that leave Newark Castle (NCT) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Tue, May 19, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 354 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 8 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
G802474:20 PM3h13Newark Northgate (NNG)7:33 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$771One-way0 transfers
G802059:20 AM3h10Newark Northgate (NNG)12:30 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$821One-way0 transfers
G8021110:19 AM3h13Newark Northgate (NNG)1:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$821One-way0 transfers
G8022412:19 PM3h15Newark Northgate (NNG)3:34 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$821One-way0 transfers
G802342:19 PM3h12Newark Northgate (NNG)5:31 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$821One-way0 transfers
G802281:19 PM3h08Newark Northgate (NNG)4:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$921One-way0 transfers
G8021611:19 AM3h08Newark Northgate (NNG)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1151One-way0 transfers
G802059:20 AM3h10Newark Northgate (NNG)12:30 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$821One-way0 transfers
G802342:19 PM3h12Newark Northgate (NNG)5:31 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$821One-way0 transfers
G8021110:19 AM3h13Newark Northgate (NNG)1:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$821One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $77.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $38 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $38 (€31).
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $96 (€77).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 18m.
Bus takes on average 8h 40m.
Live departures
Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80216 | On time 11:19 AM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h08 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80224 | On time 12:19 PM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h15 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80228 | On time 1:19 PM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h08 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80234 | On time 2:19 PM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h12 | 5:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80247 | On time 4:20 PM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h13 | 7:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01943 | On time 5:16 PM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h13 | 8:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80266 | On time 7:15 PM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h20 | 10:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80272 | On time 8:17 PM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h18 | 11:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80274 | On time 9:18 PM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h20 | 12:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 19 | |||||
G80199 | 8:20 AM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h13 | 11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80205 | 9:20 AM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h10 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80211 | 10:19 AM Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h13 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€62) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:19, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 3h 8m.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€62) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 8m |
First train 8:19 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Newark Castle (NCT) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $33 (€26). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark Castle (NCT) 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 Newark Castle (NCT) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 17:15 Saturday 07:15 - 16:15 Sunday Closed *Coronavirus Changes* The ticket office is currently open 0600 - 1400 Monday - Friday and 0800 - 1600 on Saturday.
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access to both platforms via ramps with shallow gradients. Access between platforms is via a level crossing which has an uneven surface due to the tracks. This station has tactile paving at the edge of platform 1 but not at the edge of platform 2.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: In ticket office.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Rear of Nottingham bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the station car park.
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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