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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Sleaford
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£164
Average price
£174
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
375 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Sleaford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Sleaford will cost around £174 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £164.
Fast trains
To travel from Edinburgh to Sleaford you need to make at least one change.
05:485h15
Edinburgh11:03Sleaford
£1641One-way
1 change
15:005h06
Edinburgh20:06Sleaford
£1641One-way
1 change
17:314h35
Edinburgh22:06Sleaford
£1641One-way
1 change
08:005h15
Edinburgh13:15Sleaford
£1891One-way
1 change
09:005h02
Edinburgh14:02Sleaford
£1891One-way
1 change
09:304h35
Edinburgh14:05Sleaford
£2191One-way
2 changes
17:314h35
Edinburgh22:06Sleaford
£1641One-way
1 change
15:304h36
Edinburgh20:06Sleaford
£2191One-way
2 changes
11:304h43
Edinburgh16:13Sleaford
£2191One-way
2 changes
17:004h45
Edinburgh21:45Sleaford
£1891One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Edinburgh to Sleaford
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Sleaford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £72, and a train costs an average of £97.
Distance: 375 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£97 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Edinburgh to Sleaford train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:32
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:48 Edinburgh | 5h15 | 11:03 Sleaford | 1 change | |
| 08:00 Edinburgh | 5h15 | 13:15 Sleaford | 1 change | |
| 09:00 Edinburgh | 5h02 | 14:02 Sleaford | 1 change | |
| 09:30 Edinburgh | 4h35 | 14:05 Sleaford | 2 changes | |
| 10:00 Edinburgh | 5h01 | 15:01 Sleaford | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Sleaford
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Trains from Edinburgh to Sleaford run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £72 by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £72
Distance 375 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 24m |
First train 06:35 |
Last train 18:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £72
Train companies: LNER from Edinburgh to Sleaford trainsLNER trains will get you between Edinburgh and Sleaford from £72. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
LNER
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 18m
Cheapest Price
£91
LNER frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Edinburgh to Sleaford train
FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh to Sleaford easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Sleaford.
The train distance from Edinburgh to Sleaford is 375 km.
Booking trains from Edinburgh to Sleaford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Edinburgh to Sleaford covers a distance of 375 km and takes approximately 4h 24m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh to Sleaford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £97, while the average price tends to be around £97.
The first train from Edinburgh to Sleaford leaves at 6:35.
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Sleaford is by flight, costing approximately £72.
The last train from Edinburgh to Sleaford departs at 18:00.
The train station in Edinburgh that goes to Sleaford is Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), and it arrives at Sleaford station (SLR).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh to Sleaford.
Trains from Edinburgh to Sleaford run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh to Sleaford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh to Sleaford.
To travel from Edinburgh to Sleaford, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Edinburgh to Sleaford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Sleaford
Edinburgh
Sleaford
The major train station for departures in Edinburgh is Edinburgh Waverley. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Edinburgh Waverley for your trip from Edinburgh to Sleaford.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
The major train station for arrivals in Sleaford is Sleaford. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sleaford for your journey to Sleaford from Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 13:30 Saturday 07:30 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station access level Easy access to platform 1 (Peterborough/Skegness) bound. Steps and bridge to platforms 2/3 (Lincoln/Nottingham) bound, however at certain times staff can be made available by prior arrangement to assist customers across a foot crossing. Foot crossing under Signallers control. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Woodside 01529 304444
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: available on platform 1
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Sleaford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On Station Street outside the station.
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