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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£83
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£95
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 30 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham 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 to Edinburgh Airport will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 33 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.
10:275h27Birmingham15:54Edinburgh Airport£831One-way0 changes- 8:275h33Birmingham14:00Edinburgh Airport£1071One-way0 changes
- 10:275h27Birmingham15:54Edinburgh Airport£831One-way0 changes
- 8:275h33Birmingham14:00Edinburgh Airport£1071One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a train costs an average of £61.
Distance: 397 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price | £39 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport:
A coach is £7 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £39.
A coach is £29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport costing on average £61.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
Coach takes on average 7h 45m.
The journey is about 1h 4m faster (4h 9m by train vs 5h 13m by car) and roughly £18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£61 vs £79). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:07, the last at 08:03. The fastest train covers the 397 km distance in 4h 24m.
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 7:07 |
Last train 8:03 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham and Edinburgh Airport from £27. 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 to Edinburgh Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Edinburgh Airport
Most Birmingham to Edinburgh Airport trains use the Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Edinburgh Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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.
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