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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Castle Donington
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Castle Donington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £158.
Distance: 366 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£158 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Castle Donington:
A coach is £118 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Castle Donington costing on average £158.
Other travel options to Castle Donington take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 1m.
You'll arrive about 1h 13m sooner (4h 16m by train vs 5h 29m by car). Tickets start at around £158 compared to roughly £72 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Why should you book Edinburgh to Castle Donington trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Castle Donington.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Castle Donington.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Castle Donington.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Castle Donington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Castle Donington
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Trains from Edinburgh to Castle Donington run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 366 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 366 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 2:09 |
Last train 20:00 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: Edinburgh to Castle Donington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Castle Donington 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 Castle Donington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Castle Donington
Most Edinburgh to Castle Donington trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to East Midlands Parkway station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Castle Donington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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