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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birmingham International Airport for Edinburgh Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 403 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 43 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 403 km
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£124 Average Price | £70 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:41 Birmingham International Airport | 6h04 | 13:45 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:41 Birmingham International Airport | 6h02 | 14:43 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:41 Birmingham International Airport | 6h05 | 15:46 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport
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Trains from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 09:41. The fastest train covers the 403 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 403 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 45m |
First train 06:46 |
Last train 09:41 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Edinburgh Airport from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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