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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberystwyth to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
6 h 54 m
Average duration
7 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberystwyth to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberystwyth to Edinburgh will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Of the 3 trains that leave Aberystwyth for Edinburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 9 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.
13:276h57Aberystwyth20:24Edinburgh£1051One-way0 changes- 15:276h54Aberystwyth22:21Edinburgh£1751One-way0 changes
7:277h09Aberystwyth14:36Edinburgh£1761One-way0 changes
- 15:276h54Aberystwyth22:21Edinburgh£1751One-way0 changes
- 13:276h57Aberystwyth20:24Edinburgh£1051One-way0 changes
- 7:277h09Aberystwyth14:36Edinburgh£1761One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aberystwyth to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberystwyth to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £81. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £81, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 397 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£106 Average Price | £81 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 50m Average total duration 23h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberystwyth to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberystwyth to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Monday 27 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:27 Aberystwyth | 7h09 | 14:36 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:27 Aberystwyth | 6h57 | 20:24 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:27 Aberystwyth | 6h54 | 22:21 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberystwyth to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Aberystwyth to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 397 km distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 51m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 16:52 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Aberystwyth to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Aberystwyth and Edinburgh from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberystwyth to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberystwyth 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
Important Stations and Airports in Aberystwyth and Edinburgh
Most Aberystwyth to Edinburgh trains use the Aberystwyth to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Aberystwyth and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Aberystwyth station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Aberystwyth from Aberystwyth city centre
Aberystwyth train station facilities and services
Aberystwyth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Aberystwyth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberystwyth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Aberystwyth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberystwyth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberystwyth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Access to the station platform is possible via a short accessible ramp with handrails or four steps with handrails, 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: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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