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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ludlow to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£110
Average price
£200
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ludlow to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ludlow to Edinburgh will cost around £200 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £110.
To travel from Ludlow to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
20:127h08Ludlow3:20Edinburgh£1101One-way1 change- 11:224h58Ludlow16:20Edinburgh£2181One-way1 change
- 13:145h05Ludlow18:19Edinburgh£2181One-way1 change
- 15:195h05Ludlow20:24Edinburgh£2181One-way1 change
- 17:235h03Ludlow22:26Edinburgh£2181One-way1 change
- 11:224h58Ludlow16:20Edinburgh£2181One-way1 change
- 17:235h03Ludlow22:26Edinburgh£2181One-way1 change
- 13:145h05Ludlow18:19Edinburgh£2181One-way1 change
- 15:195h05Ludlow20:24Edinburgh£2181One-way1 change
- 20:127h08Ludlow3:20Edinburgh£1101One-way1 change
Live departures
Ludlow to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Ludlow to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 4 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:46 Ludlow | 4h36 | 22:22 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 22:48 Ludlow | 15h34 | 14:22 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| Sunday 5 July | |||||
| 11:22 Ludlow | 4h58 | 16:20 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 13:14 Ludlow | 5h05 | 18:19 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
| 15:19 Ludlow | 5h05 | 20:24 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ludlow to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ludlow to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £110 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 18:52. The fastest train covers the 399 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 399 km |
Average train duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £110 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 18:52 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Ludlow to Edinburgh trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Ludlow and Edinburgh from £110. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ludlow to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Edinburgh
Most Ludlow to Edinburgh trains use the Ludlow to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Ludlow and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ludlow station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Ludlow from Ludlow city centre
Ludlow train station facilities and services
Ludlow has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ludlow.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ludlow. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ludlow: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Ludlow: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ludlow: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1 Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park. Platform 2 (to Hereford) is accessed via a footbridge with steps or a long steep footpath from the station forecourt to the path at the mouth of the tunnel. On the other side of the tunnel mouth is a compliant ramped path leading to the platform which also connects with the town. This path is not part of the station, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, 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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