The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 53 trains that leave Newcastle station (NCL) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) every day 53 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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 coach and train for Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 148 km
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2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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P00141 | Delayed 18:36 17:01Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 19:57 19:57Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W28180 | Delayed 19:50 17:47Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 21:11 21:11Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23671 | Delayed 18:42 18:35Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 20:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23453 | Delayed 19:44 18:44Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 21:06 21:06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
P00143 | Delayed 19:52 18:54Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 21:13 21:13Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23675 | Delayed 19:48 19:35Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h29 | 21:12 21:12Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
P00137 | Delayed 20:21 19:46Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 21:42 21:42Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23461 | Delayed 20:12 19:58Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 21:33 21:33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23464 | Delayed 20:43 20:35Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h33 | 22:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23678 | On time 20:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h34 | 22:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23467 | On time 20:51 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h29 | 22:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26674 | On time 21:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h52 | 22:53 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23680 | On time 21:36 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h29 | 23:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23470 | On time 21:42 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h34 | 23:16 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23472 | On time 21:56 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 23:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W28183 | On time 23:08 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h35 | 00:43 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Y23402 | On time 06:28 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h41 | 08:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26719 | On time 07:08 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h48 | 08:56 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23643 | On time 07:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 09:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23403 | On time 07:43 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h41 | 09:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23476 | On time 08:47 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h33 | 10:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23405 | On time 08:56 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h35 | 10:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26683 | On time 09:22 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h43 | 11:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23644 | On time 09:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h33 | 11:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
P00134 | On time 09:46 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 11:14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
P00135 | On time 09:54 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 11:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23647 | On time 10:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h32 | 12:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23413 | On time 10:43 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 12:14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23415 | On time 10:53 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 12:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23650 | On time 11:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 13:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23418 | 11:45 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23421 | On time 11:54 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 13:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26680 | On time 12:06 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h46 | 13:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23652 | On time 12:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h34 | 14:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23424 | On time 12:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h35 | 14:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23477 | On time 12:55 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h27 | 14:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23655 | On time 13:32 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h29 | 15:01 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23428 | On time 13:43 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 15:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W28174 | On time 13:47 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 15:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23431 | On time 13:55 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h29 | 15:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23658 | On time 14:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 16:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23435 | On time 14:46 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 16:16 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23480 | On time 14:54 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h28 | 16:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W28177 | On time 15:16 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h25 | 16:41 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23661 | On time 15:37 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 17:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23438 | On time 15:44 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 17:14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23441 | On time 15:53 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 17:23 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C26678 | On time 16:14 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h49 | 18:03 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23665 | On time 16:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h32 | 18:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23444 | On time 16:42 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h34 | 18:16 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
P00141 | On time 17:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 18:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
C23668 | On time 17:34 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h30 | 19:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23447 | On time 17:43 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h26 | 19:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
W28180 | On time 17:47 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h24 | 19:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23450 | On time 17:55 Newcastle station (NCL) | 1h31 | 19:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 22:08 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, LNER, Lumo, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) from Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsTransPennine Express, LNER, Lumo, CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Newcastle station (NCL) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle station (NCL) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Newcastle station (NCL) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- 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.
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