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Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Portslade
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Portslade among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £94. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £94, and a train costs an average of £226.
Distance: 601 km
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£233 Average Price | £101 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 14m Average total duration 13h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Portslade train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Portslade trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 8:00 Edinburgh | 5h56 | 13:56 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 9:00 Edinburgh | 5h56 | 14:56 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 10:00 Edinburgh | 5h56 | 15:56 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 11:00 Edinburgh | 5h56 | 16:56 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 12:00 Edinburgh | 5h58 | 17:58 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 12:31 Edinburgh | 6h09 | 18:40 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 13:00 Edinburgh | 6h00 | 19:00 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 14:00 Edinburgh | 5h58 | 19:58 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 15:00 Edinburgh | 5h56 | 20:56 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 16:00 Edinburgh | 5h56 | 21:56 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 17:00 Edinburgh | 5h56 | 22:56 Portslade | 2 changes | |
| 18:00 Edinburgh | 6h30 | 0:30 Portslade | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Portslade
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Trains from Edinburgh to Portslade run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £226 but you can travel from only £94 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 18:16. The fastest train covers the 601 km distance in 5h 49m.
Distance 601 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £226 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 49m |
First train 5:41 |
Last train 18:16 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Portslade trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Portslade from £94. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Edinburgh to Portslade train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Portslade 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 Portslade, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Portslade
Most Edinburgh to Portslade trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Portslade station pair, with some services arriving at Fishersgate. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Portslade 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.
Which Portslade station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Portslade from Portslade city centre
Portslade train station facilities and services
Portslade has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Portslade.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portslade.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portslade: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Portslade: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portslade: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances and short steep ramps (above 1:10 gradient) Access between platforms via level crossing (over 400m). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Fishersgate from Portslade city centre
Fishersgate is 1 km from Portslade city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Fishersgate train station facilities and services
Fishersgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Cafe
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fishersgate: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Fishersgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fishersgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via footbridge with steps, or long step-free route via street (700m). Platform has restricted width which may hinder use of train to platform ramps. Assistance Meeting Point is at the Help Point, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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