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Northampton to Edinburgh train with Avanti West Coast

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Cheap train tickets from Northampton to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Feb 18

Cheapest

$66

Average

$113

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

05:20AM4h58

Northampton

10:18AMEdinburgh

$661One-way

0 transfers

09:10AM5h09

Northampton

02:19PMEdinburgh

$771One-way

0 transfers

08:40AM5h39

Northampton

02:19PMEdinburgh

$1041One-way

0 transfers

10:10AM5h27

Northampton

03:37PMEdinburgh

$1591One-way

0 transfers

12:48PM6h52

Northampton

07:40PMEdinburgh

$1611One-way

0 transfers

Northampton to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 18

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast	08:40AM Northampton	5h39	02:19PM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast	05:20AM Northampton	4h58	10:18AM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast	12:48PM Northampton	6h52	07:40PM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast	10:10AM Northampton	5h27	03:37PM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast	09:10AM Northampton	5h09	02:19PM Edinburgh	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Northampton to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for Feb 18

Fastest Journey

4 h 58 m

Average

5 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

438 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Northampton for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

05:20AM4h58

Northampton

10:18AMEdinburgh

$661One-way

0 transfers

09:10AM5h09

Northampton

02:19PMEdinburgh

$771One-way

0 transfers

10:10AM5h27

Northampton

03:37PMEdinburgh

$1591One-way

0 transfers

08:40AM5h39

Northampton

02:19PMEdinburgh

$1041One-way

0 transfers

12:48PM6h52

Northampton

07:40PMEdinburgh

$1611One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Northampton to Edinburgh

Trains from Northampton to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€53) but you can travel from only $21 (€18) by bus.

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

Bus from $21 (€18)

Distance

272 miles (438 km)

Average train duration

5h 23m

Cheapest ticket price

$59 (€53)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

4h 49m

First train

01:40

Last train

18:57

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $21 (€18)

Train providers: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry from Northampton to Edinburgh trains

Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry trains will get you between Northampton and Edinburgh from $52 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. 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.

Northampton to Edinburgh train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 4 h 49 min
Cheapest Price: $52

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Northampton to Edinburgh train information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 5 h 27 min
Cheapest Price: $156

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains between Northampton and Edinburgh. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Northampton to Edinburgh train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 5 h 54 min
Cheapest Price: $156

FAQs: Trains from Northampton to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Northampton 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 Northampton to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Northampton to Edinburgh can start from as little as $43 (€39) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Northampton to Edinburgh is $104 (€93); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Northampton to Edinburgh train travel time is 4 h 55 min for the 272 mile (438 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Northampton to Edinburgh leaves at 1: 22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Northampton to Edinburgh leaves at 9: 34 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from Northampton to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Northampton to Edinburgh, you can count on Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or CrossCountry for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Northampton to Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 34 PM.

A trip to Edinburgh from Northampton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Northampton to Edinburgh is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Edinburgh from Northampton including taking a bus, train or flight.