The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 6 trains that leave Edinburgh for Berwick-Upon-Tweed every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 43 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.
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Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 77 km
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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K41897 | On time 08:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h40 | 08:47 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23280 | On time 08:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h43 | 09:13 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) | 0 changesdirect | |
K41896 | On time 09:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h40 | 09:47 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23285 | On time 09:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h41 | 10:11 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26692 | On time 09:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h51 | 10:25 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) | 0 changesdirect | |
K41895 | On time 10:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h40 | 10:47 Berwick-upon-Tweed (BWK) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Trains from Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed run on average 7 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 40m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country from Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed trainsLNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, first_transpennine_express, Cross Country trains will get you between Edinburgh and Berwick-Upon-Tweed from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Edinburgh to Berwick-upon-Tweed
Direct trains from Edinburgh to Berwick-upon-Tweed are operated by Virgin Trains East Coast and CrossCountry. The first train leaves at just before 6:00 a.m. with one to two trains an hour departing until about 9:00 p.m. Journey time is approximately 40 minutes. The first departure is later on Sundays.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Edinburgh to Berwick-upon-Tweed?
Departure Station: Trains from Edinburgh to Berwick-upon-Tweed depart from Waverley Station. This busy hub is located in a listed Victorian building in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town. The Airlink 100 provides a frequent shuttle bus service to Edinburgh Airport and the station is also served by taxis and local buses and has car parking and bicycle storage facilities.
Arrival Station: Berwick-upon-Tweed station is conveniently located right in the city centre and close to the River Tweed. Station facilities include car parking, storage for bicycles, a taxi rank and local bus stops.
FAQs: Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Berwick-Upon-Tweed 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 Berwick-Upon-Tweed, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Berwick-Upon-Tweed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Milton Road East-West bound
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
- 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.
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and roadbridge connecting both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 1
- 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Near Carpark
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the car park entrance, Platform 2
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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 in the Waiting Shelter/Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- The Maltings Kitchen
- Audela
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Marshall Meadows Manor
- The Kings Arms Hotel
- Queens Head Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Local taxi services available
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