4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Ormskirk
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Ormskirk is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Ormskirk will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Ormskirk 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 266 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 49 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.
16:523h49Edinburgh20:41Ormskirk£921One-way0 changes
- 16:523h49Edinburgh20:41Ormskirk£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Ormskirk
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Ormskirk among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £269.
Distance: 266 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£85 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £351 Average Price |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Ormskirk.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Ormskirk.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Ormskirk.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Ormskirk
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Ormskirk run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 266 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 19:46 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Ormskirk trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Ormskirk from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Ormskirk train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Ormskirk 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 Ormskirk, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Ormskirk
Most Edinburgh to Ormskirk trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Ormskirk station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Ormskirk 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 Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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.
Which Ormskirk station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Ormskirk from Ormskirk city centre
Ormskirk train station facilities and services
Ormskirk has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ormskirk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ormskirk. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ormskirk: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ormskirk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ormskirk: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office and platforms are step free, however car park has uneven ramp access, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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