The cheapest and fastest trains from Morpeth to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
10
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 £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 10 trains that leave Morpeth for Edinburgh every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.
W8581915:371h29Morpeth station (MPT)17:06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£131One-way0 changes
W8581813:371h29Morpeth station (MPT)15:06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£141One-way0 changes
W8581411:371h29Morpeth station (MPT)13:06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£171One-way0 changes
W858129:371h29Morpeth station (MPT)11:06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£171One-way0 changes
G801948:571h28Morpeth station (MPT)10:25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£241One-way0 changes
G2573314:221h10Morpeth station (MPT)15:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes
G2574512:211h12Morpeth station (MPT)13:33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£261One-way0 changes
G6699112:531h14Morpeth station (MPT)14:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£321One-way0 changes
G6698310:471h19Morpeth station (MPT)12:06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£301One-way0 changes
K6429014:541h19Morpeth station (MPT)16:13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Morpeth to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Morpeth to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 129 km
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Live departures
Morpeth to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Morpeth to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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G80194 | 8:57 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h28 | 10:25 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85812 | 9:37 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h29 | 11:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66983 | 10:47 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h19 | 12:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85814 | 11:37 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h29 | 13:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G25745 | 12:21 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h12 | 13:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G66991 | 12:53 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h14 | 14:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85818 | 13:37 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h29 | 15:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
G25733 | 14:22 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h10 | 15:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
K64290 | 14:54 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h19 | 16:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W85819 | 15:37 Morpeth station (MPT) | 1h29 | 17:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Morpeth to Edinburgh
Trains from Morpeth to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 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 12m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Lumo, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express from Morpeth to Edinburgh trainsTranspennine Express, Lumo, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Morpeth and Edinburgh from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Morpeth to 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.
Which train companies travel from Morpeth to Edinburgh?
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.
How long is the train journey from Morpeth to Edinburgh?
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.
How many trains are there from Morpeth to Edinburgh?
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.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Morpeth to Edinburgh?
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.
FAQs: Morpeth to Edinburgh train
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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Morpeth and Edinburgh
Most Morpeth to Edinburgh trains use the Morpeth to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. 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.
Which Morpeth station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Morpeth from Morpeth city centre
Morpeth 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
Food and drink options are available at Morpeth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Morpeth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Morpeth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Morpeth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
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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