United Kingdom

Getting to Edinburgh by train

Trains to Edinburgh arrive at Edinburgh Waverley, served by Eurostar, National Rail, LNER and Avanti West Coast. Gopaxo compares every offer in a single search to find you the best price to this city in United Kingdom.

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Why visit Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is one of the most searched-for cities in United Kingdom. Travellers come for Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Arthur's Seat, all reachable on foot or by public transport from the station. The train drops you in the centre — no airport transfer, no check-in queue.

How to get to Edinburgh by train

Edinburgh is reached by train via London, the country's main rail hub. Compare the connections on Gopaxo: we aggregate Eurostar, National Rail, LNER and Avanti West Coast to show the fastest and cheapest itinerary.

Edinburgh train station

The main station is Edinburgh Waverley. Long-distance trains run by Eurostar, National Rail, LNER and Avanti West Coast arrive here, with connections to city transport. Be on the platform 10 to 15 minutes before departure: unlike flying, there is no check-in.

What to see in Edinburgh

The highlights worth planning for:

Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile
Arthur's Seat

Practical info for Edinburgh

The essentials before you go:

Country: United Kingdom
Main station: Edinburgh Waverley
Currency: GBP (£)
Main language: English
Operators: Eurostar, National Rail, LNER and Avanti West Coast

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Edinburgh by train?

Trains to Edinburgh arrive at Edinburgh Waverley. Connections usually go through London. Compare every option on Gopaxo and book in seconds.

Which station do trains to Edinburgh use?

The main station in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley, in the city centre and connected to urban transport.

Which train companies serve Edinburgh?

The main operators are Eurostar, National Rail, LNER and Avanti West Coast. Gopaxo compares their timetables and fares in a single search.

What is there to see in Edinburgh?

The most visited sights are Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Arthur's Seat. All are reachable from Edinburgh Waverley.

How much is a train ticket to Edinburgh?

The price depends on your departure city, the date and the operator. Booking ahead on Gopaxo gets you the best available fares, shown in GBP.

Can I book a ticket to Edinburgh on Gopaxo?

Yes. Gopaxo compares train, bus, carpooling and plane to Edinburgh in one search and lets you book at the best price with guaranteed support.

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