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Seaford Museum
Local museum covering Seaford's maritime, domestic and wartime history, with displays on the town's past and community life.
Cheapest price
£122
Average price
£122
Fastest journey
6 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
616 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Seaford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Seaford will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £122.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Seaford 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 616 km distance in an average of 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 53 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Seaford 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £108.
Distance: 616 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£115 Average Price | £38 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 8m Average total duration 15h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Seaford trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:26 Edinburgh | 6h53 | 15:19 Seaford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Edinburgh to Seaford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £108 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 15:30. The fastest train covers the 616 km distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 616 km |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £108 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 15:30 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Seaford — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Seaford trip today.
Local museum covering Seaford's maritime, domestic and wartime history, with displays on the town's past and community life.
Museum inside a Napoleonic fort with military exhibits, tunnels and ramparts explaining coastal defence across the centuries.
Museum and art gallery in nearby Towner Eastbourne, showing modern and contemporary art in a major regional cultural venue.
Iconic chalk cliffs and coast path west of Eastbourne, offering some of the best walks and views within easy reach of Seaford.
Coastal reserve with cliff-top paths, open downland and excellent viewpoints over the sea, river meanders and nearby castle ruins.
River estuary and valley landscape popular for walks, photography and classic views towards the cliffs and coastguard cottages.
Sussex pond pudding is a rich suet pastry steamed with butter and a whole lemon, long linked with Sussex home cooking.
Smoked Sussex mackerel reflects the town’s seaside setting and nearby fishing tradition, prized for its fresh, salty flavour.
Sussex blue cheese is a local cow’s milk cheese with a creamy texture and gentle blue tang, made in the county.
Long-established Italian restaurant with pasta, pizza and seafood, popular for friendly service and a lively town-centre atmosphere.
Traditional pub near the seafront serving British favourites, local ales and seafood in a relaxed historic setting.
Casual seafront spot known for fish and chips, fresh seafood and harbour views, ideal for an easy coastal meal.
Moderate for southern England. Dining and lodging cost more than many UK towns, but local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Seaford 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 Seaford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh to Seaford trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Seaford station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Seaford 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.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
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.
Seaford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Seaford.
Ticket office support is available at Seaford.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Seaford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Seaford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is on platform 2 adjacent to the toilet, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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