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The cheapest and fastest trains from Coventry to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 18 Jul

Cheapest price

£47

Average price

£76

Fastest journey

4 h 43 m

Average duration

4 h 59 m

Trains per day

Distance

409 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Coventry to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Coventry to Edinburgh will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Coventry for Edinburgh 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 409 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 43 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 31 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.

17:364h45

Coventry

22:21Edinburgh

£471One-way

0 changes

09:305h31

Coventry

15:01Edinburgh

£601One-way

0 changes

07:274h53

Coventry

12:20Edinburgh

£701One-way

0 changes

10:305h36

Coventry

16:06Edinburgh

£971One-way

0 changes

08:305h39

Coventry

14:09Edinburgh

£1071One-way

0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Coventry to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 409 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£100 Average Price	£38 Average Price Cheapest	£58 Average Price
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions	1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Coventry to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for today, Thursday 17 July

Last updated at 07:14

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
P00490+C26814	On time 07:26 Coventry station (COV)	5h06	12:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 change
C23372 · C23652	On time 07:30 Coventry station (COV)	5h39	13:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 change
This is the last train of the day.

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Coventry to Edinburgh?

The best time to book your train from Coventry to Edinburgh is 5 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Coventry to Edinburgh route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Coventry to Edinburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Coventry to Edinburgh.

Trains

from £110

Coaches

from £35

Flights

from £79

Journey information

Overview: Train from Coventry to Edinburgh

United Kingdom

Trains from Coventry to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.

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 £25

Distance

409 km

Average train duration

5h 4m

Cheapest ticket price

£26

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 42m

First train

05:25

Last train

21:40

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £25

Train providers: Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express trains Coventry to Edinburgh

Find the best trains from Coventry to Edinburgh with Omio's travel partners Virgin Trains, CrossCountry and TransPennine Express from £45. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from Coventry to Edinburgh with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 4 h 43 min
Cheapest Price: £45
Virgin Trains frequency: 5 a day

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Coventry to Edinburgh. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Coventry to Edinburgh train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 5 h 33 min
Cheapest Price: £104

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Coventry to Edinburgh train information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 5 h 5 min
Cheapest Price: £136

FAQs: Coventry to Edinburgh train

FAQs: Travel by train from Coventry to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Coventry to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Coventry to Edinburgh can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Coventry to Edinburgh is £102; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Coventry to Edinburgh train time is 4 h 43 min covering the 254 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Coventry to Edinburgh leaves at 01: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Coventry to Edinburgh leaves at 21: 40.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Coventry to Edinburgh with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

For the route from Coventry to Edinburgh you can take a train with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry or TransPennine Express. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Coventry and Edinburgh on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 40.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Coventry, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Edinburgh Waverley, located 0.4 miles (727 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Edinburgh from Coventry is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Coventry to Edinburgh by train is January.

You have options as you can travel from Coventry to Edinburgh 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Edinburgh

Coventry

Edinburgh

The major train station for departures in Coventry is Coventry. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Coventry for your trip from Coventry to Edinburgh.

Coventry

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Coventry station, Station Square, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2GT

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 21:30 Saturday 05:30 - 20:45 Sunday 07:30 - 21:30

Parking

Car Park: Warwick Road (Car Park 3)

Accessibility

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 may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
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: Toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2/3
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Yes , Located on platform 1 , these toilets are operated with a radar key
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Bike Parking

Storage sheltered: Yes
Storage location: Cycle Hub off main concourse 144 spaces 59 cycle hoops at the end of platform 1 , 2x spaces per hoop = 118 spaces
Storage CCTV: Yes

Information Desk

Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens

Public transport options for Coventry