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Compare train, coach and flight for Dartford to Edinburgh
The cheapest option from Dartford to Edinburgh is flight, with an average price of £31. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Edinburgh among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 549 km
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£84 Average Price | £38 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest option |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Dartford to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Dartford to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 21:46 Dartford | 13h22 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
| 22:46 Dartford | 13h26 | 12:12 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
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| 4:20 Dartford | 6h13 | 10:33 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dartford to Edinburgh
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Dartford to Edinburgh, including direct trains, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 549 km distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 549 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Lowest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 20:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink from Dartford to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Dartford 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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FAQs: Dartford to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dartford and Edinburgh
Most Dartford to Edinburgh trains use the Dartford to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Dartford and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Dartford station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Dartford from Dartford city centre
Dartford train station facilities and services
Dartford has practical services for this route, including 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 Dartford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dartford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dartford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dartford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dartford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dartford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: 2 x in booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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