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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£104
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 5 trains that leave Birmingham International (BHI) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 401 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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 train, coach and flight for Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 401 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£105 Average Price | £82 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Wednesday 14 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:46 Birmingham International (BHI) | 4h55 | 22:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 15 January | |||||
| 06:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 5h24 | 12:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:03 Birmingham International (BHI) | 5h02 | 12:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:41 Birmingham International (BHI) | 5h20 | 14:01 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:04 Birmingham International (BHI) | 6h11 | 21:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:46 Birmingham International (BHI) | 4h35 | 21:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
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Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:34, the last at 17:46. The fastest train covers the 401 km distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 401 km |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 04:34 |
Last train 17:46 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry from Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry trains will get you between Birmingham International (BHI) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £20. 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 (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham International (BHI) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham International (BHI) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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 accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
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LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost 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.
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