4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£130
Average price
£164
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
485 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport to Edinburgh will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £130.
Of the 4 trains that leave Newport for Edinburgh every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 485 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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.
9:076h11Newport15:18Edinburgh£1301One-way0 changes- 6:026h18Newport12:20Edinburgh£1661One-way0 changes
- 7:076h12Newport13:19Edinburgh£1661One-way0 changes
- 10:076h11Newport16:18Edinburgh£1941One-way0 changes
- 10:076h11Newport16:18Edinburgh£1941One-way0 changes
- 9:076h11Newport15:18Edinburgh£1301One-way0 changes
- 7:076h12Newport13:19Edinburgh£1661One-way0 changes
- 6:026h18Newport12:20Edinburgh£1661One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Newport to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £55.
Distance: 485 km
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£134 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Newport to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 8:59 Newport | 7h10 | 16:09 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:59 Newport | 7h10 | 17:09 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:59 Newport | 7h12 | 18:11 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport to Edinburgh
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Trains from Newport to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 17:24. The fastest train covers the 485 km distance in 6h 11m.
Distance 485 km |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 11m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 17:24 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Transport for Wales from Newport to Edinburgh trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Cross Country, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Newport and Edinburgh from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newport to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newport and Edinburgh
Most Newport to Edinburgh trains use the Newport (South Wales) to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Newport and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Newport station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
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.
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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