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Compare coach, train and flight for Braintree to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Braintree to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £79.
Distance: 515 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
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£100 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Braintree to Edinburgh
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Trains from Braintree to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 15:00. The fastest train covers the 515 km distance in 6h 9m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £18
Distance 515 km |
Average train duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 15:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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
Flight from £18
FAQs: Braintree to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Braintree to Edinburgh 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Braintree to Edinburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £79, while the average price tends to be around £100.
The train journey from Braintree to Edinburgh covers a distance of 515 km and takes approximately 6h 9m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Braintree to Edinburgh is 515 km.
The first train from Braintree to Edinburgh leaves at 5:40.
The last train from Braintree to Edinburgh departs at 15:00.
Trains from Braintree to Edinburgh run approximately 6 times per day.
To get from Braintree to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Braintree to Edinburgh.
The train station in Braintree that goes to Edinburgh is Braintree station (BTR), and it arrives at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
The cheapest way to get from Braintree to Edinburgh is by flight, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Braintree to Edinburgh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Braintree to Edinburgh offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with portions of the route passing through charming countryside, historic towns, and along the scenic East Coast Main Line, particularly north of Newcastle, where travellers may enjoy views of the North Sea and coastal cliffs.
A day trip from Braintree to Edinburgh is not feasible, as the journey takes 6h 9m each way. The distance is 515 km. There are 5 trains available per day.
In Edinburgh, you can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket with its pubs, shops, and street performances, or enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults. Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for beautiful landscapes. Discover hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market. Must-see sights include Edinburgh Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Crown Jewels, Arthur's Seat for hiking and city views, The Royal Mile lined with shops and landmarks, Holyrood Palace with its stunning gardens, and the National Museum of Scotland showcasing diverse exhibits.
To fully experience Edinburgh's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, a stay of three to four days is recommended.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Braintree to Edinburgh.
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Important Stations and Airports in Braintree and Edinburgh
Braintree
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Braintree is Braintree. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Braintree for your trip from Braintree to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 15:00 Saturday 05:45 - 13:05 Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilet available in the waiting room and accessed with a radar key. The toilets are only open during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Braintree
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at bus stop in the turning circle
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your journey to Edinburgh from Braintree.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost 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.
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