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The cheapest and fastest trains from Billingham to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
3 h 13 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
192 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Billingham to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Billingham to Edinburgh will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Billingham for Edinburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.
06:073h13
Billingham09:20Edinburgh
£471One-way
0 changes
06:523h16
Billingham10:08Edinburgh
£531One-way
0 changes
08:503h15
Billingham12:05Edinburgh
£581One-way
0 changes
06:073h13
Billingham09:20Edinburgh
£471One-way
0 changes
08:503h15
Billingham12:05Edinburgh
£581One-way
0 changes
06:523h16
Billingham10:08Edinburgh
£531One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Billingham to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Billingham to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 192 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£43 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Billingham to Edinburgh train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 05:41
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:07 Billingham | 3h13 | 09:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:50 Billingham | 3h17 | 11:07 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:50 Billingham | 3h15 | 12:05 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Billingham to Edinburgh
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Trains from Billingham to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
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
Coach from £12
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 20:50 |
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
Coach from £12
Train companies: Lumo from Billingham to Edinburgh trainsLumo trains will get you between Billingham and Edinburgh from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Lumo
About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
£25
Lumo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone
FAQs: Billingham to Edinburgh train
FAQs: Travel by train from Billingham to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Billingham to Edinburgh.
Booking trains from Billingham to Edinburgh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Billingham to Edinburgh is 192 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Billingham to Edinburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The train journey from Billingham to Edinburgh covers a distance of 192 km and takes approximately 2h 37m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Billingham to Edinburgh is by coach, costing approximately £12.
The first train from Billingham to Edinburgh leaves at 5:48.
To get from Billingham to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Billingham to Edinburgh departs at 20:50.
Trains from Billingham to Edinburgh run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Billingham to Edinburgh.
The train station in Billingham that goes to Edinburgh is Billingham station (BIL), and it arrives at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Billingham to Edinburgh.
There is no night train service from Billingham to Edinburgh.
Yes, you can take the train from Billingham to Edinburgh.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Billingham and Edinburgh
Billingham
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Billingham is Billingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Billingham for your trip from Billingham to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Station is unstaffed. No access for wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via a stepped footbridge to an island platform
- 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Billingham
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Marsh House Avenue; Tesco side for Middlesbrough, opposite side for Hartlepool
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Haymarket. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Haymarket for your journey to Edinburgh from Billingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Information 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
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car 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
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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