4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£134
Average price
£214
Fastest journey
6 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
512 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Edinburgh will cost around £214 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £134.
To travel from Bath to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.
G80269+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
C0123416:136h27Bath Spa (BTH)22:40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1341One-way2 changes- G80258+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C3296614:436h51Bath Spa (BTH)21:34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1551One-way2 changes
- W34504+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
G2574416:436h53Bath Spa (BTH)23:36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1571One-way2 changes - G80225+C01231+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross9:136h28Bath Spa (BTH)15:41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1581One-way2 changes
- G80238+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C0069811:136h28Bath Spa (BTH)17:41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1581One-way2 changes
- C00797+
W29776+
W3337310:026h18Bath Spa (BTH)16:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2621One-way2 changes - G80250+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C0251013:136h23Bath Spa (BTH)19:36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1581One-way2 changes
- G80261+C32967+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross15:136h26Bath Spa (BTH)21:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1581One-way2 changes
- G80256+W34492+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross14:136h27Bath Spa (BTH)20:40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1581One-way2 changes
- G80244+C01233+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross12:136h27Bath Spa (BTH)18:40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1581One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bath to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bath to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 512 km
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£148 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 1m Average total duration 11h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bath to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33797+G01072+C42203 | Delayed 13:07 12:00Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h21 | 18:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80243+C42150+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | Delayed 13:30 12:13Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h28 | 18:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80248+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+W34491 | Delayed 14:03 12:43Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h48 | 19:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
W33795+ W85202+G01076+C42313 | Delayed 14:07 13:00Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h38 | 19:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 changes | |
| W34494+G80249+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | On time 13:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h26 | 19:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| C42190+W33798+G01079 | On time 13:51 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h32 | 20:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
| G80220+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C00669 | 7:58 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h40 | 14:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80225+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+C01231 | 9:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h28 | 15:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| C00797+W29776+W33373 | 10:02 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h18 | 16:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80231+C01232+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 10:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h28 | 16:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W34677+G01071+W33378+W85192 | 10:30 Bath Spa (BTH) | 7h13 | 17:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 changes | |
| G80238+C00698+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 11:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h28 | 17:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80242+C05988+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 11:43 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h44 | 18:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W33375+W29782+C33026 | 11:50 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h29 | 18:19 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80244+C01233+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 12:13 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h27 | 18:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W33376+W85200+G01077+W34690 | 12:50 Bath Spa (BTH) | 6h49 | 19:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bath to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 512 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 512 km |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 25m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Lumo, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bath to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, Lumo, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bath and Edinburgh from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bath to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath 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 Bath and Edinburgh
Most Bath to Edinburgh trains use the Bath Spa to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Bath and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bath Spa from Bath city centre
Bath Spa train station facilities and services
Bath Spa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks, Dashi Bath, Be At One, Pumpkin Cafe Shop
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi.". ATMs are located in the ticket hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30. Information desks are the information office is located by Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bath Spa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bath Spa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bath Spa: Ramp access & staff assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Bath Waterside, The Z Hotel Bath, The Royal Hotel.
Getting to Oldfield Park from Bath city centre
Oldfield Park is 1 km from Bath city centre. Public transport options include:
Oldfield Park train station facilities and services
Oldfield Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oldfield Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldfield Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldfield Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Oldfield Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldfield Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free - Category B2 Station - This station has step free access to both platforms however these are via steep ramps in particular to the Bath Spa bound platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, 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.
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 Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: Yes.
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