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The cheapest and fastest trains from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 26 Nov
Cheapest price
£502
Average price
£502
Fastest journey
14 h 57 m
Average duration
14 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
604 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh will cost around £502 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £502.
Fast trains
To travel from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh you need to make at least one change.
22:0814h57
Newton Abbot13:05Edinburgh
£5021One-way
1 change
22:0814h57
Newton Abbot13:05Edinburgh
£5021One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Newton Abbot to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £145.
Distance: 604 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£166 Average Price | £59 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 53m Average total duration 15h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh
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Trains from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £145 but you can travel from only £36 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 604 km distance in 7h 46m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £36
Distance 604 km |
Average train duration 8h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £145 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 46m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 17:30 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £36
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Newton Abbot and Edinburgh from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£118
CrossCountry frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 12m
Cheapest Price
£431
Cross Country frequency
15 a day
first_great_western
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 57m
Cheapest Price
£503
first_great_western frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Newton Abbot to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton Abbot 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.
Yes, the train journey from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh is considered scenic, offering views of the Devon countryside, the rugged coastline around Dawlish, and picturesque landscapes as you travel through the English Midlands and into the Scottish Lowlands.
To fully experience Edinburgh's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, a stay of three to four days is recommended.
In Edinburgh, you can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket with its pubs, shops, and street performances, or enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults. Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for beautiful landscapes. Discover hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market. Must-see sights include Edinburgh Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Crown Jewels, Arthur's Seat for hiking and city views, The Royal Mile lined with shops and landmarks, Holyrood Palace with its stunning gardens, and the National Museum of Scotland showcasing diverse exhibits.
The train distance from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh is 604 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Newton Abbot and Edinburgh. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by CrossCountry, Cross Country.
To get from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
A day trip from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh is not feasible as the journey duration is 7h 46m. However, there are 5 trains available per day for this route, covering a distance of 604 km.
The train journey from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh covers a distance of 604 km and takes approximately 7h 46m. Trains run 5 per day.
Booking trains from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh leaves at 5:36.
The cost of a train ticket from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £145, while the average price tends to be around £166.
The last train from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh departs at 17:30.
The cheapest way to get from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh is by flight, costing approximately £36.
The train station in Newton Abbot that goes to Edinburgh is Newton Abbot station (NTA), and it arrives at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Trains from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh.
There is no night train service from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh.
Yes, you can take the train from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newton Abbot and Edinburgh
Newton Abbot
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Newton Abbot is Newton Abbot. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newton Abbot for your trip from Newton Abbot to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 19:10 Saturday 06:10 - 17:50 Sunday 08:45 - 18:10
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge from platform 3. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Station phone boxes are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1/2 and 3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: In ladies wc
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 adjacent ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Newton Abbot
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Haymarket. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Haymarket for your journey to Edinburgh from Newton Abbot.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Haymarket
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- 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.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- 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,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- 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 Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
- 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.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Address
Slateford station, Meggetgate, off A70 Slateford Road, Slateford, City of Edinburgh, EH14 1BXDistance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Slateford
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
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