4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
5 h 8 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
438 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Edinburgh will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 5 trains that leave Northampton for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 438 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 8 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.
6:115h09Northampton11:20Edinburgh£561One-way0 changes- 10:106h08Northampton16:18Edinburgh£841One-way0 changes
- 9:485h30Northampton15:18Edinburgh£841One-way0 changes
- 11:105h08Northampton16:18Edinburgh£851One-way0 changes
- 8:485h48Northampton14:36Edinburgh£1061One-way0 changes
- 11:105h08Northampton16:18Edinburgh£851One-way0 changes
- 6:115h09Northampton11:20Edinburgh£561One-way0 changes
- 9:485h30Northampton15:18Edinburgh£841One-way0 changes
- 8:485h48Northampton14:36Edinburgh£1061One-way0 changes
- 10:106h08Northampton16:18Edinburgh£841One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Northampton to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 438 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£81 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Northampton to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:43 Northampton | 5h39 | 14:22 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:43 Northampton | 5h37 | 15:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:43 Northampton | 5h37 | 16:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:16 Northampton | 6h03 | 17:19 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:19 Northampton | 6h00 | 17:19 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 12:19 Northampton | 5h24 | 17:43 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Edinburgh
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Trains from Northampton to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 18:58. The fastest train covers the 438 km distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 438 km |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 4:45 |
Last train 18:58 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, West Midlands Trains from Northampton to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Northampton and Edinburgh from £18. 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 Northampton to Edinburgh
There are no direct trains from Northampton to Edinburgh but there are regular indirect connections, requiring two changes. Weekday services begin with early morning London Midland departures to Rugby, connecting with Virgin trains services to Carlisle for TransPennine Express trains to Edinburgh. Alternative routes require changes at Milton Keynes Central and Crewe. There are connections roughly every hour until late afternoon. Later journeys are possible but require three or more changes. Journey times are around 5 hours and 15 minutes for most connections. Trains from Northampton to Edinburgh depart from Northampton Station, located west of the town centre, and arrive at Waverley Station, in central Edinburgh.
FAQs: Northampton to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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 Northampton and Edinburgh
Most Northampton to Edinburgh trains use the Northampton to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Northampton and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Northampton station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Northampton from Northampton city centre
Northampton is 2 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton train station facilities and services
Northampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Northampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Northampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Northampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Northampton: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Northampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton: 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: Accessible taxis are available, 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 Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
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 Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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