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National Museum of Scotland
National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£189
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£223
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
6 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
6 h 49 m
Trains on 23 Sept
3
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh will cost around £223 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £189.
To travel from Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
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Y15417Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, while a train costs an average of £181.
Distance: 451 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£181 Average Price | £171 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 51m Average total duration 12h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh:
A coach is £126 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh costing on average £171.
A coach is £136 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh costing on average £181.
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 45m.
Coach takes on average 12h 21m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (5h 45m by train vs 6h 3m by car). Tickets start at around £181 compared to roughly £133 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 9:19 Moreton-in-Marsh | 6h48 | 16:07 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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G01062+ Y15412 | 8:22 Moreton-in-Marsh station (MIM) | 6h48 | 15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G01064+ Y15414 | 9:19 Moreton-in-Marsh station (MIM) | 6h48 | 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Trains from Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 451 km distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 451 km |
Average train duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 16:52 |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.
Major art gallery with Scottish and international works from the Renaissance to the late nineteenth century, beside Princes Street Gardens.
Contemporary art gallery in a converted schoolhouse, known for thoughtful exhibitions by Scottish and international artists near the Royal Mile.
Historic street linking the castle and Holyroodhouse, lined with closes, shops and public buildings. Ideal for first-time visitors on foot.
Extinct volcano with popular walking routes and broad views over the city and coast. A rewarding outdoor escape close to the centre.
Large public gardens below the castle, good for a break between Old and New Town sights, with monuments, lawns and seasonal planting.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions, closely associated with east coast cooking and widely enjoyed in Edinburgh.
Scotland’s iconic savoury pudding of sheep’s offal, oats and spices, traditionally served with neeps and tatties at Burns suppers.
A classic Scottish dessert of raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats, often linked with soft fruit from eastern Scotland.
Elegant dining room serving refined Scottish tasting menus focused on seasonal produce in a calm central setting.
Popular traditional restaurant near the Castle, specialising in haggis, game and hearty Scottish comfort food.
Stylish brasserie and oyster bar with Scottish seafood, shellfish and classic dishes in a grand city-centre space.
Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.
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Edinburgh Waverley -> Princes Street, Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Moreton-in-Marsh 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.

Most Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh trains use the Moreton-in-Marsh to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Moreton-in-Marsh and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Moreton-in-Marsh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food options include: Inn on the Marsh, The Bell Inn
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Ticket office support is available at Moreton-in-Marsh. Information desks are located near the ticket office.
Luggage storage is available at Moreton-in-Marsh.
Available at Moreton-in-Marsh: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Moreton-in-Marsh: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Moreton-in-Marsh: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Manor House Hotel, Redesdale Arms Hotel, White Hart Royal Hotel.
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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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