4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyhead to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyhead to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Holyhead to Edinburgh will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Of the 7 trains that leave Holyhead for Edinburgh every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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.
8:256h11Holyhead14:36Edinburgh£651One-way0 changes
10:385h40Holyhead16:18Edinburgh£671One-way0 changes
10:308h31Holyhead19:01Edinburgh£801One-way0 changes- 11:306h10Holyhead17:40Edinburgh£801One-way0 changes
- 7:188h47Holyhead16:05Edinburgh£811One-way0 changes
- 12:045h16Holyhead17:20Edinburgh£1181One-way0 changes
- 10:385h40Holyhead16:18Edinburgh£671One-way0 changes
- 16:285h53Holyhead22:21Edinburgh£1391One-way0 changes
- 11:306h10Holyhead17:40Edinburgh£801One-way0 changes
- 8:256h11Holyhead14:36Edinburgh£651One-way0 changes
Live departures
Holyhead to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyhead to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:53 Holyhead | 5h26 | 13:19 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Holyhead | 8h31 | 19:01 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:38 Holyhead | 5h40 | 16:18 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:04 Holyhead | 5h16 | 17:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| 7:18 Holyhead | 8h47 | 16:05 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyhead to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Holyhead to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 18:58. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 18:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Holyhead to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Holyhead and Edinburgh from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Holyhead to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead and Edinburgh
Most Holyhead to Edinburgh trains use the Holyhead to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Holyhead and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Holyhead station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Holyhead from Holyhead city centre
Holyhead train station facilities and services
Holyhead 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 Holyhead.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Holyhead. ATMs are available at Holyhead.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Holyhead. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Holyhead: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Holyhead: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Holyhead: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is via the Celtic Gateway Bridge, the ferry terminal, or via gates on to the platforms either side of Stena House. Transferring between platforms is step-free however distance between ferry terminal and Platform 1 is approximately 200m, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 00:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 00:00, 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.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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