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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Of the 2 trains that leave Newark-on-Trent for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 356 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
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Compare train, flight and coach for Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 356 km
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0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| C41064 | On time 12:19 Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h15 | 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y11944 | On time 13:19 Newark Northgate (NNG) | 3h09 | 16:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh
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Trains from Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 356 km distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 356 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 05:29 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: LNER, CrossCountry from Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh trainsLNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Newark-on-Trent and Edinburgh from £19. 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 Newark On Trent to Edinburgh
There are usually 14 trains a day between Newark on Trent and Edinburgh, of which all but three are direct. In terms of departure times and length of the journey, the service is extremely consistent, making it easy for passengers to coordinate their travel plans.
Which train companies travel from Newark On Trent to Edinburgh?
From Monday to Saturday, London North Eastern Railway is responsible for all the rail services between Newark on Trent and Edinburgh. Cross Country also puts on a train on Sunday.
How long is the train from Newark On Trent to Edinburgh?
The quickest train between Newark on Trent and Edinburgh accomplishes the journey in roughly three hours 30 minutes, but some services take 10 minutes or so longer. Most of the trains are direct and the few changes that are needed generally add very little to the travel time.
How many trains are there from Newark on Trent to Edinburgh?
Trains depart from Newark on Trent to Edinburgh at 60-minute intervals 12 hours a day, from just before 9:00 a.m. to approaching 9:00 p.m. There's also an early train at around 7:30 a.m. and a final service after 11.00 p.m. for overnight passengers. Saturdays follow much the same pattern, except that the last train departs about two hours earlier. On Sunday, there's a reduced service, with only three trains running in the morning.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Newark On Trent to Edinburgh?
Departure train station: Newark North Gate is quarter of a mile east of the Northgate Retail Park. Kings Marina, Newark Castle and the Buttermarket Shopping Centre are within 10 minutes' walking distance. Outside, there are sheltered bike stands, a 24-hour car park and taxi rank. The station also has a coffee outlet, cash points, pay phones and baby changing facilities.
Arrival train station: Edinburgh Waverley is on Princes Street, next to the Princes Mall and one mile from Edinburgh Castle. As an important transport hub, it's no surprise that it has facilities such as a bureau de change, a first class lounge with a TV, newspapers and refreshments, a cafe and bar selling hot food, WiFi, a photo booth and shops. Outside the entrance is a bus stop connecting the city centre and the airport.
FAQs: Newark-on-Trent to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark-on-Trent 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 Newark-on-Trent and Edinburgh
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
- Car Park: North Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 2 and 3. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1 or from station staff on Platform 2/3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1 or from station staff on Platforms 2/3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Costa Waiting Room Mon-Sat 05:30 - 19:00. Sun 09:00 - 1900 South Waiting Room Mon - Sat 05:30 - 23:30 Sun 09:00 -23:30 Platform 2/3 North and South Waiting Rooms Mon - Sat 05:30 - 18:00 Sun 09:00 - 18:00 Middle Waiting Room Mon - Sat 05:30 - 23:00 Sun 09:00 - 23:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: south end of Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Car Park: No
- 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Shelter/Room. The toilet facilities are only available during ticket office opening hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stops outside the station
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