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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Grantham to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grantham to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grantham to Edinburgh will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 9 trains that leave Grantham for Edinburgh 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 376 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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.
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G0106010:393h31Grantham station (GRA)14:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£761One-way1 change- C019716:593h29Grantham station (GRA)10:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£821One-way0 changes
- C02000+G669879:393h31Grantham station (GRA)13:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£821One-way1 change
- G08038 · G801997:563h37Grantham station (GRA)11:33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£821One-way1 change
- G08043 · G802119:553h37Grantham station (GRA)13:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£861One-way1 change
- C019716:593h29Grantham station (GRA)10:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£821One-way0 changes
- C02049+G669827:393h29Grantham station (GRA)11:08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£861One-way1 change
- C02052+G0106211:393h31Grantham station (GRA)15:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£901One-way1 change
- C02000+G669879:393h31Grantham station (GRA)13:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£821One-way1 change
- C02036+G0106010:393h31Grantham station (GRA)14:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£761One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Grantham to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grantham to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 376 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£73 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Grantham to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Grantham to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C02049+G66982 | On time 7:39 Grantham station (GRA) | 3h29 | 11:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G08038 · G80199 | On time 7:56 Grantham station (GRA) | 3h37 | 11:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C02010 · G80205 | On time 8:39 Grantham station (GRA) | 3h51 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C02010+G01055 | On time 8:39 Grantham station (GRA) | 3h33 | 12:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C02000+G66987 | On time 9:39 Grantham station (GRA) | 3h31 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C01971 | 6:59 Grantham station (GRA) | 3h29 | 10:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grantham to Edinburgh
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Trains from Grantham to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 376 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 376 km |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Grantham to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Grantham and Edinburgh from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grantham to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grantham 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 Grantham and Edinburgh
Most Grantham to Edinburgh trains use the Grantham to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Grantham and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Grantham station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Grantham from Grantham city centre
Grantham train station facilities and services
Grantham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grantham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Grantham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grantham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grantham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grantham: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grantham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable, 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: Yes.
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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