4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£121
Fastest journey
5 h 54 m
Average duration
6 h 2 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
605 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Edinburgh will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
To travel from Brighton to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
G80204+
W45711+
Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross6:146h18Brighton station (BTN)12:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1011One-way2 changes- G80207+
G77246+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross6:395h59Brighton station (BTN)12:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1101One-way2 changes - G80222+C02740+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross9:146h20Brighton station (BTN)15:34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1151One-way2 changes
- G80227+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G772709:395h59Brighton station (BTN)15:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1151One-way2 changes
- G80219+G77262+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross8:396h05Brighton station (BTN)14:44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1221One-way2 changes
G25705+W456978:445h54Brighton station (BTN)14:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1241One-way1 change- G80207+G77246+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross6:395h59Brighton station (BTN)12:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1101One-way2 changes
- G80227+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G772709:395h59Brighton station (BTN)15:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1151One-way2 changes
- G80219+G77262+Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross8:396h05Brighton station (BTN)14:44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1221One-way2 changes
- G80218+W45731+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross8:146h13Brighton station (BTN)14:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1241One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Brighton to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 605 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£107 Average Price | £51 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 29m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brighton to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton 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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| Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G80203+G77235 | On time 5:39 Brighton station (BTN) | 5h59 | 11:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W45478+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+G80216 | On time 8:09 Brighton station (BTN) | 6h18 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W45424+G25698 | On time 8:39 Brighton station (BTN) | 5h53 | 14:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| W45479+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+G80224 | On time 9:14 Brighton station (BTN) | 6h20 | 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| Tube from London Victoria to London Kings Cross+G80226+G27063 | On time 9:39 Brighton station (BTN) | 5h59 | 15:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
W45428+Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+C01966+ G01064 | On time 9:44 Brighton station (BTN) | 6h23 | 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Edinburgh
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Trains from Brighton to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 605 km distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 605 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 21:33 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Thameslink from Brighton to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Edinburgh from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton 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 Brighton and Edinburgh
Most Brighton to Edinburgh trains use the Brighton to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, 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.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
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 Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, 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.
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