The cheapest and fastest trains from Redcar to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Redcar to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Redcar to Edinburgh will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 2 trains that leave Redcar for Edinburgh on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 201 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 7 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Redcar to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Redcar to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 124 miles (201 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€48 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Redcar to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Redcar to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:13 AM Redcar | 3h07 | 9:20 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:12 AM Redcar | 2h56 | 10:08 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Redcar to Edinburgh by train or bus
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Why should you book Redcar to Edinburgh trains with Omio?
CrossCountry as well as Northern Rail (3) offer trains services from Redcar to Edinburgh. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Redcar to Edinburgh.
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) to find the best option for your trip from Redcar to Edinburgh.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Redcar to Edinburgh.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While CrossCountry tickets can be bought on CrossCountry's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Northern Rail (3) to help you choose the right option for your journey from Redcar to Edinburgh.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Redcar to Edinburgh.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Redcar to Edinburgh
Trains from Redcar to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $17 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (201 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 124 miles (201 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 19:37 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) from Redcar to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Redcar and Edinburgh from $17 (€13). 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 Redcar to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Redcar 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Redcar to Edinburgh
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 08:00 - 15:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - Access onto both platforms is possible via level crossing. However, level access transfer between each platform is approximately 1/2 mile and can take 30 minutes as the only other way between both platforms is via steps and a bridge. The car park is adjacent to platform 1.
- 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 ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Bus stop at front of station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Westdyke road - near the official bus stop
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Platform 1 is via pub car park, access to Platform 2 is under bridge and up ramps which are quite steep.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop underneath the railway bridge, station side for Saltburn, opposite side for Middlesbrough.
- 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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