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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 4 trains that leave Berwick-Upon-Tweed for Edinburgh every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 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.
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Compare train and coach for Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 77 km
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1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 Berwick-Upon-Tweed | 0h56 | 07:56 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:41 Berwick-Upon-Tweed | 0h50 | 09:31 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:02 Berwick-Upon-Tweed | 0h56 | 13:58 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:12 Berwick-Upon-Tweed | 0h51 | 16:03 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh
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Trains from Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 42m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 23:36 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh trainsTransPennine Express, LNER, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between Berwick-Upon-Tweed and Edinburgh from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh
Berwick-upon-Tweed and Edinburgh are very well-connected and have several high-speed operators running on the route as frequently as twice an hour. The journey is quick, taking between 40 and 50 minutes to hop across the border into Scotland.
Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh train time: daily departures
This train line enjoys a frequent service and there are two trains from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh for most of the day. During the week, the first train of the day leaves Berwick just before 6:45 a.m., arriving into Edinburgh Waverley at around 7:30 a.m. The final connection departs just after 10:30 p.m. and arrives just under an hour later. On Sundays, the service reduces slightly but still offers at least one train per hour, with the first leaving Berwick at 9:40 a.m. and the last shortly before 11:00 p.m.
How long is the journey by train from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh?
The train journey from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh is quick, taking around 45 to 50 minutes. The different providers vary only by a couple of minutes and there is no need to change train en route.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh?
Departure train station: trains to Edinburgh depart from Berwick-upon-Tweed's only railway station, a 10-minute walk from the town centre. For those with luggage, there are taxis available and local buses stop directly outside the station. The station offers a first-class lounge, refreshment facilities, toilets and a ticket office.
Arrival train station: trains from Berwick-upon-Tweed arrive at Edinburgh Waverley Station. Located right in the heart of Edinburgh city centre, it is ideal for onward connections. The bus station and local bus stops are within five minutes' walk and the Airlink bus service to Edinburgh Airport stops right outside. Other services include a left luggage office, cafés and toilets.
Which train companies travel from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh?
There are two providers serving the route between Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh: Cross Country by Arriva and LNER. Both have similar travel times of between 40 and 50 minutes and neither require any changes.
Cross Country by Arriva: Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh
Cross Country runs direct hourly trains from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh.
LNER: Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh
LNER also has a service of around one train an hour between Berwick-upon-Tweed and Edinburgh. No changes are needed, and the train times are around 40-50 minutes in length.
Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh trains: services on board
As long-distance operators, both Cross Country and LNER provide first and second-class seating on their trains from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh. It is, however, advisable to book, as Berwick-upon-Tweed is one of the last stops on the route and services can be quite full, especially at peak times. Both providers offer free WiFi on board their trains.
On Cross Country trains, passengers should bring a maximum of one suitcase measuring 90 x 70 x 30 cm, alongside a small rucksack or handbag. There is luggage storage available in each carriage. Bikes can be brought on for free, but a space should ideally be reserved in advance. A maximum of two pets can be brought on board; dogs should be on a lead and all other animals in a suitable pet carrier.
LNER has similar policies in place: passengers can bring a maximum of one large suitcase, a carry-on and a handbag. Up to two pets can be brought on for free, but further animals must be paid for. Passengers can bring a bike for free, but they need to make a reservation in advance.
Both providers have wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets. Passengers who require extra assistance should inform the provider 24 hours in advance.
How to find cheap train tickets from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Edinburgh
It is advisable to book in advance for the best value on tickets from Berwick-upon-Tweed. If passengers are flexible with their timings, both operators offer cheaper tickets outside the peak travel hours.
FAQs: Berwick-Upon-Tweed to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berwick-Upon-Tweed 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Berwick-Upon-Tweed and Edinburgh
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- The Maltings Kitchen
- Audela
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Marshall Meadows Manor
- The Kings Arms Hotel
- Queens Head Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Local taxi services available
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- 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.
- 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.
- 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,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- 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 booths are located on the concourse.
- 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.
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and roadbridge connecting both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Near Carpark
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park entrance, Platform 2
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingCar RentalWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Shelter/Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
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