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14:153h28Accrington17:43Edinburgh£611One-way0 changes
8:114h20Accrington12:31Edinburgh£701One-way0 changes
7:184h52Accrington12:10Edinburgh£1391One-way0 changes
- 14:153h28Accrington17:43Edinburgh£611One-way0 changes
- 8:114h20Accrington12:31Edinburgh£701One-way0 changes
- 7:184h52Accrington12:10Edinburgh£1391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Accrington to Edinburgh
The cheapest option from Accrington to Edinburgh is coach, with an average price of £22. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Accrington to Edinburgh among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 250 km
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£84 Average Price | £112 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Accrington to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Accrington to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 G88955+W85167 | On time 8:12 Accrington station (ACR) | 3h25 | 11:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G88958+ W33563 | On time 9:12 Accrington station (ACR) | 3h06 | 12:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G88963+C01937 | On time 9:13 Accrington station (ACR) | 4h19 | 13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G88962+W85176 | On time 10:12 Accrington station (ACR) | 3h21 | 13:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G88965+W33753 | On time 11:12 Accrington station (ACR) | 3h08 | 14:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Accrington to Edinburgh
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Accrington to Edinburgh, including direct trains, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 3h 24m.
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Lowest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 24m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited from Accrington to Edinburgh trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Accrington and Edinburgh from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Accrington to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Accrington 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 Accrington and Edinburgh
Most Accrington to Edinburgh trains use the Accrington to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Accrington and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Accrington station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Accrington from Accrington city centre
Accrington train station facilities and services
Accrington has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Accrington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Accrington.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Accrington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Accrington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Accrington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Platform 1: Scooter Friendly Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - step free access from Paxton Street, up steep 50m ramp with handrail or past the car park and a shallower ramp. Platform 2: step free access up gently sloping footpath from Eagle Street. Ticket office is on Leeds/Colne Platform (1), with stepped footbridge between platforms comprising of 25 steps up and 24 steps down with rest platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations Tel: 08002006060, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machine is on Platform 2 near the foot bridge, Accessible toilets: Yes, 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.
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