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Compare train, coach and flight for Bridgwater to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £167.
Distance: 537 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£192 Average Price | £63 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 57m Average total duration 13h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgwater to Edinburgh
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Trains from Bridgwater to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £167 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 17:07. The fastest train covers the 537 km distance in 6h 52m.
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 £19
Distance 537 km |
Average train duration 7h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £167 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 52m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 17:07 |
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 £19
Train companies: first_great_western from Bridgwater to Edinburgh trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Bridgwater and Edinburgh from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 26m
Cheapest Price
£444
first_great_western frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Bridgwater to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater to Edinburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £167, while the average price tends to be around £192.
The train journey from Bridgwater to Edinburgh covers a distance of 537 km and takes approximately 6h 52m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Bridgwater to Edinburgh is 537 km.
The first train from Bridgwater to Edinburgh leaves at 5:36.
The last train from Bridgwater to Edinburgh departs at 17:07.
Trains from Bridgwater to Edinburgh run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bridgwater to Edinburgh.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bridgwater to Edinburgh.
To get from Bridgwater to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Bridgwater to Edinburgh.
The train station in Bridgwater that goes to Edinburgh is Bridgwater station (BWT), and it arrives at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
The cheapest way to get from Bridgwater to Edinburgh is by flight, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater to Edinburgh offers a mix of scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the English countryside and the rugged beauty of the Scottish Borders. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of rolling hills, charming villages, and expansive fields along the route.
A day trip from Bridgwater to Edinburgh is not feasible as the journey takes 6h 52m and involves a distance of 537 km. There are 4 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.
Yes, you can take the train from Bridgwater to Edinburgh.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and Edinburgh
Bridgwater
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Bridgwater is Bridgwater. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bridgwater for your trip from Bridgwater to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 14:15 Saturday 06:30 - 14:15 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: Platform 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bridgwater
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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 Bridgwater.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information 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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