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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Grimsby to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£79
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grimsby to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grimsby to Edinburgh will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 2 trains that leave Grimsby for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 332 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 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.
9:345h00Grimsby14:34Edinburgh£681One-way0 changes- 10:345h00Grimsby15:34Edinburgh£911One-way0 changes
- 10:345h00Grimsby15:34Edinburgh£911One-way0 changes
- 9:345h00Grimsby14:34Edinburgh£681One-way0 changes
Live departures
Grimsby to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Grimsby 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80193+ W84651 | On time 5:13 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 4h25 | 9:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| W84656+C01971 | 6:30 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 3h58 | 10:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| W84661+G80171 · G80205 | 7:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 4h56 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W84661+G80205 | 7:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 4h56 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
 G00738 · G66987+W84667 | 8:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 4h36 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G80211+W84667 | 8:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 4h58 | 13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G80216+W84673 | 9:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 4h53 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G80224+W84680 | 10:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 5h00 | 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G00739 · G01062+W84680 | 10:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 4h36 | 15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G00698 · G01064+W84686 | 11:34 Grimsby Town (GMB) | 4h33 | 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby to Edinburgh
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Trains from Grimsby to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 19:34. The fastest train covers the 332 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 332 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 19:34 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express from Grimsby to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Grimsby and Edinburgh from £47. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grimsby to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby 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 Grimsby and Edinburgh
Most Grimsby to Edinburgh trains use the Grimsby Town to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Grimsby and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Grimsby station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Grimsby Town from Grimsby city centre
Grimsby Town train station facilities and services
Grimsby Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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.
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