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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$149
Average price
$238
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
573 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $238 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $149.
It's difficult to get from Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) without transferring at least once.
L78804 · L83736+
Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross+
G801492:55 PM7h15Southampton Central (SOU)10:10 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1491One-way4 transfers- G80261+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+L788042:55 PM6h44Southampton Central (SOU)9:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1561One-way2 transfers
- G80258+L80189+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross2:25 PM7h09Southampton Central (SOU)9:34 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1561One-way2 transfers
- G80235+L80157+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross10:25 AM7h07Southampton Central (SOU)5:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1741One-way2 transfers
- L78782_L79949 · L81728+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross+C0203911:55 AM7h13Southampton Central (SOU)7:08 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1741One-way4 transfers
G00885+
W34492+G80256+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross2:15 PM6h25Southampton Central (SOU)8:40 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1741One-way3 transfers- G80261+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+L788042:55 PM6h44Southampton Central (SOU)9:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1561One-way2 transfers
- G80229+L80137+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross9:25 AM7h02Southampton Central (SOU)4:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1741One-way2 transfers
- G80242+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+L8017111:25 AM7h02Southampton Central (SOU)6:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1741One-way2 transfers
- G00860+
W333739:15 AM7h05Southampton Central (SOU)4:20 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$5881One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $99.
Distance: 356 miles (573 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $61 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $211 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 32m Average total duration 13h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A flight is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $61 (€50).
A flight is $113 (€93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $158 (€130).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 31m.
Bus takes on average 13h 2m.
The journey is about 59m faster (6h 31m by train vs 7h 30m by car) and roughly $52 (€43) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($158 (€130) vs $211 (€173)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L78748+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+C01937 | On time 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h02 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L80484+G80214+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | On time 7:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h38 | 1:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00852+W34463+G80214+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h23 | 1:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| L80349+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G80218 | On time 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h57 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
L80187+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+ G25705 | On time 8:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h38 | 2:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| C42288+G80219+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G00856 | Delayed 8:20 AM 8:15 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 6h29 | 2:44 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G80222+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+L80357 | Delayed 10:03 AM 8:30 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 7h04 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G80227+L80191+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | Delayed 10:30 AM 9:00 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 6h38 | 3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00859+L79359 · L80981+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross | On time 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h52 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5 transfers | |
| G00859+W33799 | On time 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h04 | 4:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| Y15273+G80227+G00859+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | Delayed 9:17 AM 9:15 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 6h23 | 3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G80230+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+L80066 | Delayed 11:03 AM 9:30 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 6h58 | 4:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L80197+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G25706 | On time 10:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h32 | 4:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| C42148+G80233+G00862+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | Delayed 10:14 AM 10:15 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 6h24 | 4:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G80236+L80070+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | Delayed 12:03 PM 10:30 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 7h02 | 5:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G80239+L80203+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | Delayed 12:30 PM 11:00 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 6h35 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00868+W33797 | On time 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h06 | 6:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| W34541+G80239+G00868+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | Delayed 11:20 AM 11:15 AMSouthampton Central (SOU) | 6h20 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| L80075+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G80240 | On time 11:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h59 | 6:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| L80209+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+G25709 | On time 12:00 PM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h35 | 6:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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Trains from Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 (€81) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 356 miles (573 km) distance in 6h 32m.
Distance 356 miles (573 km) |
Average train duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 (€81) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 32m |
First train 3:52 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Cross Country from Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Cross Country trains will get you between Southampton Central (SOU) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $23 (€19). 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most Southampton Central (SOU) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Southampton Central to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Southampton Central (SOU) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Woolston from Southampton city centre
Woolston is 1 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Woolston train station facilities and services
Woolston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Woolston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Woolston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Woolston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Woolston: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Woolston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Woolston: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to Platform 1 (for trains towards Southampton). Steps to Platform 2 (for trains towards Portsmouth). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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