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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£82
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£143
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
6 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
6 h 37 m
Trains on 12 Sept
6
Distance
485 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) 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 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £143 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
To travel from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) you need to make at least one change.
W33753+
G389488:076h13Newport (South Wales) (NWP)14:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£821One-way1 change- W33799+G3895210:076h11Newport (South Wales) (NWP)16:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£821One-way1 change
G00942 · G0107010:597h10Newport (South Wales) (NWP)18:09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1131One-way1 change- G66713 · G010658:597h08Newport (South Wales) (NWP)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1271One-way1 change
W35174+G010659:047h03Newport (South Wales) (NWP)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1861One-way1 change
- W33799+G3895210:076h11Newport (South Wales) (NWP)16:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£821One-way1 change
- W33753+G389488:076h13Newport (South Wales) (NWP)14:20Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£821One-way1 change
- C01371+
W85183+G389719:076h32Newport (South Wales) (NWP)15:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£2661One-way2 changes - W35174+G010659:047h03Newport (South Wales) (NWP)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1861One-way1 change
- G66713 · G010658:597h08Newport (South Wales) (NWP)16:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a train costs an average of £119.
Distance: 485 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£119 Average Price | £87 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 18m Average total duration 16h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A coach is £41 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average £87.
A coach is £73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average £119.
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 21m.
Coach takes on average 16h 48m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (6h 21m by train vs 6h 40m by car). Tickets start at around £119 compared to roughly £96 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.
Direct services run with Cross Country.
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.
Live departures
Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33753+G38948 | 8:07 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 6h13 | 14:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G66713 · G01065 | 8:59 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 7h08 | 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G01065+W35174 | 9:04 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 7h03 | 16:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| C01371+W85183+G38971 | 9:07 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 6h32 | 15:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W33799+G38952 | 10:07 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 6h11 | 16:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| G00942 · G01070 | 10:59 Newport (South Wales) (NWP) | 7h10 | 18:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Cross Country or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Cross Country or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 13:20. The fastest train covers the 485 km distance in 6h 11m.
Distance 485 km |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 11m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 13:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Newport (South Wales) (NWP) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Transport for Wales
FAQs: Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport (South Wales) (NWP) 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newport (South Wales) (NWP) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Most Newport (South Wales) (NWP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains use the Newport (South Wales) to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Newport (South Wales) (NWP) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Newport (South Wales) from Newport city centre
Newport (South Wales) train station facilities and services
Newport (South Wales) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Newport (South Wales). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Newport (South Wales): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newport (South Wales): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport (South Wales): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
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.
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