6:243h16Farnworth9:40Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
8:253h12Farnworth11:37Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
10:253h08Farnworth13:33Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
12:253h14Farnworth15:39Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
14:263h12Farnworth17:38Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
10:253h08Farnworth13:33Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
18:303h11Farnworth21:41Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
8:253h12Farnworth11:37Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
14:263h12Farnworth17:38Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
16:253h13Farnworth19:38Edinburgh£811One-way1 change
Live departures
Farnworth to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Farnworth to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:24 Farnworth | 3h17 | 9:41 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:25 Farnworth | 3h12 | 11:37 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:25 Farnworth | 3h07 | 13:32 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:25 Farnworth | 3h11 | 15:36 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:26 Farnworth | 3h14 | 17:40 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:25 Farnworth | 3h59 | 20:24 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:25 Farnworth | 4h56 | 22:21 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:25 Farnworth | 3h16 | 23:41 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Farnworth to Edinburgh
Typically, there are 2 trains per day from Farnworth to Edinburgh, including direct trains, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Lowest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 18:52 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Northern Trains Limited from Farnworth to Edinburgh trainsNorthern Trains Limited trains will get you between Farnworth and Edinburgh from £81. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Farnworth to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Farnworth to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Farnworth and Edinburgh
Most Farnworth to Edinburgh trains use the Farnworth to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Farnworth and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Farnworth station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Farnworth from Farnworth city centre
Farnworth train station facilities and services
Farnworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Farnworth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Farnworth: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnworth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Both platforms fully accessible, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Moses Gate from Farnworth city centre
Moses Gate train station facilities and services
Moses Gate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moses Gate: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moses Gate: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - access onto both platforms is via a ramp, access between platforms is via Bolton Road, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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