The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Hexham
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Hexham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Hexham will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Hexham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
8:302h17Edinburgh10:47Hexham£371One-way0 changes
8:302h17Edinburgh10:47Hexham£371One-way0 changes
Live departures
Edinburgh to Hexham train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Hexham trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 Edinburgh | 2h17 | 10:47 Hexham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Hexham by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Hexham
Trains from Edinburgh to Hexham run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 6:02 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Hexham trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Hexham from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Edinburgh to Hexham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Hexham 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 Hexham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Hexham
Most Edinburgh to Hexham trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Hexham station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Hexham 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: 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.
Which Hexham station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Hexham from Hexham city centre
Hexham train station facilities and services
Hexham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hexham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hexham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hexham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hexham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hexham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hexham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station partial step free access. Level access to Carlisle platform. Access to the Newcastle bound platform is via a ramp from the north car park. Access between platforms is available via the barrow crossing, only with assistance from station staff during ticket office opening times. Outside of ticket office opening times, between platforms 600m step-free route between platforms via pavement and road, 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, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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