Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Food available
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£0.00
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£-0.01
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 9 m
Trains on 18 Sept
1
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berkhamsted to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Berkhamsted to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berkhamsted to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £44, while a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 497 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Berkhamsted to Edinburgh:
A flight is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berkhamsted to Edinburgh costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 7m.
The journey is about 1h 32m faster (5h 7m by train vs 6h 39m by car) and roughly £46 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£51 vs £97). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Berkhamsted to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:11 Berkhamsted | 6h09 | 12:20 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Berkhamsted to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 497 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 497 km |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 3:59 |
Last train 19:00 |
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National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
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Edinburgh Waverley -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berkhamsted 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.

Most Berkhamsted to Edinburgh trains use the Berkhamsted to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Berkhamsted and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Berkhamsted has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Berkhamsted.
Ticket office support is available at Berkhamsted. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Berkhamsted: Parking, WC.
Available at Berkhamsted: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berkhamsted: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: There is a Ticket Vending Machine at each station entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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