The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington station (DAR) 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 Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 33 trains that leave Darlington station (DAR) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) every day 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
G669807:062h04Darlington station (DAR)9:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£401One-way0 changes
G0106715:072h02Darlington station (DAR)17:09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£401One-way0 changes
G0107317:072h04Darlington station (DAR)19:11Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£401One-way0 changes
G0107518:071h58Darlington station (DAR)20:05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£401One-way0 changes
G0108019:092h00Darlington station (DAR)21:09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£401One-way0 changes
C019718:341h54Darlington station (DAR)10:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£601One-way0 changes
G8022814:341h54Darlington station (DAR)16:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£521One-way0 changes
G8024116:341h54Darlington station (DAR)18:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£451One-way0 changes
C0194318:341h55Darlington station (DAR)20:29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£521One-way0 changes
G8020510:341h56Darlington station (DAR)12:30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £115.
Distance: 190 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£39 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £370 Average Price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Monday 25 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G80224 | On time 13:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h00 | 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80226 | On time 13:39 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h59 | 15:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K61676 | On time 14:08 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h59 | 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80228 | On time 14:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h54 | 16:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80232 | On time 14:39 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h03 | 16:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K61675 | On time 15:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h02 | 17:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80234 | On time 15:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h57 | 17:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80237 | On time 15:39 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h59 | 17:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K61674 | On time 16:08 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h02 | 18:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80241 | On time 16:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h54 | 18:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80245 | On time 16:39 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h01 | 18:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K61673 | On time 17:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h04 | 19:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80247 | On time 17:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h59 | 19:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80251 | On time 17:39 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h58 | 19:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K61672 | On time 18:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h58 | 20:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01943 | On time 18:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h55 | 20:29 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80257 | On time 18:39 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h57 | 20:36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K61670 | On time 19:09 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h00 | 21:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80259 | On time 19:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h00 | 21:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80263 | On time 19:40 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h00 | 21:40 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K61668 | On time 20:11 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h03 | 22:14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80266 | On time 20:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h01 | 22:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
N29343+ G15983 | On time 20:39 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h25 | 23:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
K61666 | On time 21:03 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h04 | 23:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80272 | On time 21:32 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h03 | 23:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80274 | On time 22:33 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h05 | 0:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 26 May | |||||
G80191 | 6:15 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h17 | 8:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85808+ C31893 | 6:20 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h41 | 9:01 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G66980 | 7:06 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h04 | 9:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80193+ G89551 | 7:11 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h27 | 9:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80193 | 7:30 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h08 | 9:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01971 | 8:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h54 | 10:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66982 | 9:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h01 | 11:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80199 | 9:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h59 | 11:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01055 | 10:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h05 | 12:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80205 | 10:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h56 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66987 | 11:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h03 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G80211 | 11:34 Darlington station (DAR) | 1h58 | 13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01060 | 12:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h03 | 14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01062 | 13:07 Darlington station (DAR) | 2h03 | 15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country from Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Lumo, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country trains will get you between Darlington station (DAR) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Darlington station (DAR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington station (DAR) 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 Darlington station (DAR) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- 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 public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- 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 toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
- 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.


