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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£59
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
5 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 42 m
Trains on 17 Sept
2
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 £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 trains from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 403 km distance in an average of 5 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 1 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.
8:375h23Birmingham International Airport14:00Edinburgh Airport£591One-way0 changes
8:416h01Birmingham International Airport14:42Edinburgh Airport£661One-way0 changes
- 8:375h23Birmingham International Airport14:00Edinburgh Airport£591One-way0 changes
- 8:416h01Birmingham International Airport14:42Edinburgh Airport£661One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train 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 an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a train costs an average of £180.
Distance: 403 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£180 Average Price | £64 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport:
A coach is £28 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £64.
A coach is £144 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £180.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 39m.
Coach takes on average 9h 37m.
You'll arrive about 42m sooner (4h 39m by train vs 5h 21m by car). Tickets start at around £180 compared to roughly £93 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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 tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:37 Birmingham International Airport | 5h23 | 14:00 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:41 Birmingham International Airport | 6h01 | 14:42 Edinburgh Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, flight and train to find the ideal travel option from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
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 13 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:04, the last at 09:04. The fastest train covers the 403 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 403 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 9:04 |
Last train 9:04 |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Birmingham International Airport to Edinburgh Airport trainsTranspennine Express, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham International Airport and Edinburgh Airport from £18. 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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