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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 11 Oct
£9
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£12
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
1 h 12 m
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
1 h 21 m
Trains on 11 Oct
4
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Morpeth to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Morpeth to Edinburgh will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Sun 11 Oct, we found 4 trains from Morpeth to Edinburgh, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.








Trains from Morpeth to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 23:28 |
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The table below shows live departures for Morpeth to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85805 | On time 5:41 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h34 | 7:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85811 | On time 9:31 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h30 | 11:01 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G01056 | On time 10:56 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h17 | 12:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85815 | On time 11:31 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h28 | 12:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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
Morpeth and Edinburgh are around 90 miles apart. Most trains on this route are direct trains and this journey takes a little over an hour. Connecting routes are available, which include a change at Newcastle. The average time for a connecting route is a little over two hours. The train stations in both Morpeth and Edinburgh are centrally located for convenient access to the main destinations in both locations. There are many train options available every day of the week. Between 14 and 23 trains depart from Morpeth each day, with a range of departure times from morning to evening.
The Cross Country and London North Eastern Railway (LNER) companies operate train routes between Morpeth and Edinburgh. Both train companies offer direct and indirect train journeys.
Trains travelling on a direct route between Morpeth and Edinburgh take just over an hour. Indirect train routes take around 2 hours and require one change which is usually in Newcastle.
There are between 14 and 23 departures each day from Morpeth. Most trains travel directly to Edinburgh, while some others require a change in Newcastle. Departure begins early in the morning and is equally spread throughout the day. Passenger can usually expect at least one train per hour during the day.
Departure train station: All trains travelling to Edinburgh depart from Morpeth train station. The station is under a mile from the town centre and can be reached by local buses which arrive at platform one. Morpeth is a small station, facilities include waiting areas, toilets and a pay phone.
Arrival train station: Edinburgh Waverley is the arrival station for all trains travelling from Morpeth. The station is located in the city centre between the old town and the modern sector of Edinburgh. Taxis and local buses are available nearby, but many hotels and amenities can be reached on foot. Edinburgh Waverley station offers a travel centre, information booths and luggage storage facilities.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Morpeth 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 Morpeth to Edinburgh trains use the Morpeth to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Morpeth and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Morpeth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Morpeth.
Ticket office support is available at Morpeth.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Morpeth: Parking, WC.
Available at Morpeth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Morpeth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - There is access to both platforms at all times by means of the lift, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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