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Aldershot Military Museum
Volunteer-run military museum in nearby Aldershot with vehicles, uniforms and displays explaining the town’s army history.
Trains from Edinburgh to Fleet run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 542 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 542 km |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 20:20 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Volunteer-run military museum in nearby Aldershot with vehicles, uniforms and displays explaining the town’s army history.
Local museum in nearby Farnham covering town history, archaeology and art in a Georgian building close to the castle and park.
Working museum and gallery in nearby Basingstoke exploring the district’s history, from archaeology to social change, with family activities.
Fleet’s largest green space, with woodland paths, open grassland and a canal-side setting popular for walks, picnics and wildlife spotting.
Linear waterside route ideal for easy walks and cycling, with locks, towpaths and attractive countryside near Fleet and Odiham.
Accessible heathland with sandy paths, pines and open views, offering a quieter local walk just outside the main town centre.
A hearty pie of beef, ale and gravy under pastry. A classic pub favourite across Hampshire and a reliable taste of traditional local dining.
Sausages served with mashed potato and onion gravy. This comforting British staple is widely eaten in local pubs and homes.
Beer-battered cod or haddock with chips. A much-loved British takeaway and pub dish, popular for casual meals in and around Fleet.
Busy local restaurant serving Nepalese and Indian dishes, with curries, tandoori favourites and friendly neighbourhood atmosphere.
Established steakhouse chain in Fleet, popular for grilled meats, burgers and family-friendly dining in a casual setting.
Smart country pub and restaurant known for seasonal British dishes, steaks and a polished but comfortable atmosphere.
Moderate for southern England. Hotels and dining cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and rail links keep everyday travel manageable.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up or add a little for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips.
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Most Edinburgh to Fleet trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Fleet station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Fleet train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Fleet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Fleet.
Wi-Fi is available at Fleet. ATMs are available at Fleet.
Ticket office support is available at Fleet.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fleet: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fleet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fleet: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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