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Hampton Court Palace
Museum in Hampton Court Palace covering royal life, art and state rooms. Best for visitors wanting Tudor and Baroque history in one place.
Trains from Edinburgh to Teddington run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £97 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 538 km distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 538 km |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £97 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 22:29 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Museum in Hampton Court Palace covering royal life, art and state rooms. Best for visitors wanting Tudor and Baroque history in one place.
Large family-friendly museum with vintage cars, aircraft, buses and interactive displays. A strong choice for transport and engineering enthusiasts.
Riverside gallery and museum in nearby Twickenham exploring local art, history and changing exhibitions. An easy cultural visit from Teddington.
Extensive royal park with deer, open grassland, ponds and the famous avenue view towards St Paul's. Excellent for walking and cycling.
Riverside park with long lawns, gardens and broad Thames views. Popular for picnics, walks and watching rowing and pleasure boats.
Charming riverside path and green near the lock, ideal for a relaxed stroll, birdwatching and seeing boats pass through Teddington.
Slow-cooked beef in dark ale gravy, often linked to London pubs and the Thames-side area. A hearty British classic locals still order in cooler weather.
Freshwater or sea eel stewed in a spiced stock and set into a jelly. A historic London dish with strong East End roots and old-fashioned local character.
Minced beef and vegetables topped with mashed potato, then baked. A familiar pub staple across Greater London and a reliable comfort dish.
Established independent restaurant serving refined British and European dishes in an intimate, smart but approachable setting.
Stylish neighbourhood restaurant focused on seasonal small plates, brunch, and modern comfort food in a lively local atmosphere.
Popular independent café and restaurant for brunch, coffee, and all-day plates, with a bright, friendly feel near Teddington High Street.
Moderate for outer London. Accommodation can be pricey, but dining and local transport are often cheaper than in central London.
Restaurants often add 10-12.5% service; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Teddington station -> London Waterloo
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Most Edinburgh to Teddington trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Teddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Teddington 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.
Teddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Teddington.
Wi-Fi is available at Teddington.
Ticket office support is available at Teddington.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Teddington: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Teddington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Teddington: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Level access to both platforms from separate entrances. No reasonable step-free access between platforms (long route via street approx 725m). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station 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: No.
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