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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashford to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 02 Jun
Cheapest price
£97
Average price
£145
Fastest journey
5 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
598 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashford to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashford to Edinburgh will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £97.
Fast trains
To travel from Ashford to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
G80226+
P8565110:165h22Ashford International (AFK)15:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£971One-way1 change- G80224+P856489:415h53Ashford International (AFK)15:34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1011One-way1 change
- G80228+P8565810:405h47Ashford International (AFK)16:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1061One-way1 change
- P85896+G802158:165h22Ashford International (AFK)13:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1251One-way1 change
- G80221+P859069:165h23Ashford International (AFK)14:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1251One-way1 change
- P85896+G802158:165h22Ashford International (AFK)13:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1251One-way1 change
- G80226+P8565110:165h22Ashford International (AFK)15:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£971One-way1 change
- G80221+P859069:165h23Ashford International (AFK)14:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1251One-way1 change
- G80198+P856155:105h28Ashford International (AFK)10:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2421One-way1 change
- G80228+P8565810:405h47Ashford International (AFK)16:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1061One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Ashford to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ashford to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £94.
Distance: 598 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£113 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ashford to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Ashford to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80216+P85639 | Delayed 9:03 8:40Ashford International (AFK) | 5h47 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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| P85615+G80198 | 5:10 Ashford International (AFK) | 5h28 | 10:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| P85616+G80199 | 5:44 Ashford International (AFK) | 5h49 | 11:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| P85896+G80215 | 8:16 Ashford International (AFK) | 5h22 | 13:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| P85639+G80216 | 8:40 Ashford International (AFK) | 5h47 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| P85906+G80221 | 9:16 Ashford International (AFK) | 5h23 | 14:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Avanti West Coast as well as London North Eastern Railway or Southeastern offer trains services from Ashford to Edinburgh.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashford to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ashford to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £94 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 598 km distance in 5h 19m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Distance 598 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £94 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern from Ashford to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Ashford and Edinburgh from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 3m
Cheapest Price
£124
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
London North Eastern Railway
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 19m
Cheapest Price
£94
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 45m
Cheapest Price
£367
Southeastern frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Ashford to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashford 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Ashford to Edinburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £94, while the average price tends to be around £113.
The train journey from Ashford to Edinburgh covers a distance of 598 km and takes approximately 5h 19m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Ashford to Edinburgh is 598 km.
The first train from Ashford to Edinburgh leaves at 5:10.
The last train from Ashford to Edinburgh departs at 22:15.
Trains from Ashford to Edinburgh run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ashford to Edinburgh.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ashford to Edinburgh.
To get from Ashford to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
There is no night train service from Ashford to Edinburgh.
The train station in Ashford that goes to Edinburgh is Ashford International (AFK), and it arrives at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Edinburgh is by flight, costing approximately £20.
Booking trains from Ashford to Edinburgh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ashford to Edinburgh offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, including views of the English countryside and the picturesque landscapes of Scotland, providing an enjoyable visual experience for travellers.
A day trip from Ashford to Edinburgh is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 19m and covers a distance of 598 km. There are 6 trains per day.
In Edinburgh, you can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket with its pubs, shops, and street performances, or enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults. Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for beautiful landscapes. Discover hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market. Must-see sights include Edinburgh Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Crown Jewels, Arthur's Seat for hiking and city views, The Royal Mile lined with shops and landmarks, Holyrood Palace with its stunning gardens, and the National Museum of Scotland showcasing diverse exhibits.
To fully experience Edinburgh's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, a stay of three to four days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Ashford to Edinburgh.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ashford and Edinburgh
Ashford
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Ashford is Ashford International. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ashford International for your trip from Ashford to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 21:30 Sunday 06:00 - 21:30 Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: Car Park A
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: These are located in the booking hall on the domestic side of the station. They are also located in the subway adjacent to the gateline on the international side of the station.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains.
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platforms - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platforms- Available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Only available when staff present
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: on platform 1/2 there is a heated waiting room on platform 5/6 there is a heated waiting shelter The Station has a range of perch and standard height seating on all platforms.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: behind bus stop front of station
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Ashford International
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the station forecourt outside the booking hall.
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your journey to Edinburgh from Ashford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- 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.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- 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,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
- 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.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Haymarket
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Address
Slateford station, Meggetgate, off A70 Slateford Road, Slateford, City of Edinburgh, EH14 1BXDistance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Slateford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
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