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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct

Cheapest price on 10 Oct

£34

Average ticket price on 10 Oct

£131

Fastest journey on 10 Oct

4 h 24 m

Average journey duration on 10 Oct

4 h 28 m

Trains on 10 Oct

33

Distance

359 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Edinburgh will cost around £131 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.

Fast trains

To travel from Nottingham to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Avanti West CoastW33797+East Midlands RailwayC21315
    12:535h28
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    18:21Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £341One-way
    1 change
  • Avanti West CoastW33563+East Midlands RailwayC21321
    6:495h29
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    12:18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £461One-way
    1 change
  • London North Eastern RailwayC01972+East Midlands RailwayC21240 · C88221
    5:275h01
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    10:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £581One-way
    2 changes
  • London North Eastern RailwayC02037+CrossCountryG01059+East Midlands RailwayC04345
    9:384h32
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    14:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £601One-way
    2 changes
  • London North Eastern RailwayC01972+East Midlands RailwayC42087
    5:135h15
    Nottingham station (NOT)
    10:28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    £601One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Edinburgh

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Trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 359 km distance in 3h 31m.

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
Coach from £14
Distance
359 km
Average train duration
4h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£40
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 31m
First train
4:45
Last train
20:20
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 days
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
Coach from £14

Live departures

Nottingham to Edinburgh train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89752+CrossCountryG0106712:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h52
17:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC59850+London North Eastern RailwayC02047+CrossCountryG01067
On time
12:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h24
17:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21591+CrossCountryG01069
On time
12:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h25
18:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21256+London North Eastern RailwayG8023412:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h41
17:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21331+Avanti West CoastW3429012:53 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h27
18:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21331 · W70972+London North Eastern RailwayG80234+Transpennine ExpressW8468912:53 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h38
17:31 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3 changes
Northern RailG89758+CrossCountryG0106913:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h53
18:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC59852+London North Eastern RailwayC02111+CrossCountryG01069
On time
13:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h25
18:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21254+London North Eastern RailwayG80241
On time
13:52 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h36
18:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21330 · C21653+London North Eastern RailwayG80241+Transpennine ExpressW8469513:53 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h35
18:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3 changes
Northern RailG89763+CrossCountryG0107314:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h54
19:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Northern RailG89763+CrossCountryG00710+London North Eastern RailwayG80247
On time
14:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h16
19:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC59857+London North Eastern RailwayC02040+CrossCountryG01073
On time
14:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h26
19:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21251+London North Eastern RailwayG80247
On time
14:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h43
19:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21329+Avanti West CoastW3428914:53 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h31
20:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01118+West Midlands TrainsC18017+Avanti West CoastW3428915:07 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h17
20:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
Northern RailG89769+CrossCountryG0107415:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h48
20:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC59858+London North Eastern RailwayC01984+CrossCountryG01074
On time
15:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h20
20:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21250+London North Eastern RailwayC0194315:52 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h37
20:29 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01119 · G01080
On time
16:07 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h02
21:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
Northern RailG89775+CrossCountryG01080
On time
16:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h52
21:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
Northern RailG89775+CrossCountryG00716+London North Eastern RailwayG80259
On time
16:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h17
21:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC59863+London North Eastern RailwayG80147+CrossCountryG01080
On time
16:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h24
21:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21247+London North Eastern RailwayG80259
On time
16:52 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h42
21:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21327+Avanti West CoastW3429116:53 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h28
22:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21327 · W70996+London North Eastern RailwayG80259+Transpennine ExpressW8471216:53 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h41
21:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3 changes
CrossCountryG01122+West Midlands TrainsC18013+Avanti West CoastW34291
On time
17:07 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h14
22:21 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
Northern RailG89781+CrossCountryG01082
On time
17:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h57
22:14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
Northern RailG89781+CrossCountryG00718+London North Eastern RailwayG8026617:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h18
22:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC59864+London North Eastern RailwayG80148+CrossCountryG01082
On time
17:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h29
22:14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21246+London North Eastern RailwayG80266
On time
17:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h45
22:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
Northern RailG89787+CrossCountryG01083
On time
18:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h50
23:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21243+London North Eastern RailwayG80272
On time
18:52 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h43
23:35 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
Northern RailC31971+CrossCountryG00723+London North Eastern RailwayG8027419:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h21
0:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21241+London North Eastern RailwayG80274
On time
19:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h48
0:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
1 change
East Midlands RailwayC42087+London North Eastern RailwayC019725:13 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h15
10:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21240 · C88221+London North Eastern RailwayC019725:27 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h01
10:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21240+London North Eastern RailwayC019725:27 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h01
10:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
Avanti West CoastW33563+East Midlands RailwayC213225:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
6h28
12:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG66981+East Midlands RailwayC213225:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h18
11:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG66981+Northern RailG897246:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h51
11:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG66981+East Midlands RailwayC59834+London North Eastern RailwayC020486:33 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h35
11:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
CrossCountryG00999+East Midlands RailwayW70941+Northern RailG89683+London North Eastern RailwayG802006:41 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h52
11:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3 changes
Avanti West CoastW33563+East Midlands RailwayC213216:49 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h29
12:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01094 · G010567:06 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h07
12:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01056+Northern RailG897267:18 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h55
12:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01056+East Midlands RailwayC04341+London North Eastern RailwayC020117:36 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h37
12:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
CrossCountryG01056+East Midlands RailwayC21845+London North Eastern RailwayC020117:41 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h32
12:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21267+London North Eastern RailwayG802047:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h42
12:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21320 · W70946+London North Eastern RailwayG80204+Transpennine ExpressW846597:51 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h41
12:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3 changes
CrossCountryG01057+Northern RailG897308:18 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h52
13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01057+London North Eastern RailwayC01999+East Midlands RailwayC598418:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h25
13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21266+London North Eastern RailwayC019378:49 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h43
13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
East Midlands RailwayC21319 · W70951+London North Eastern RailwayC01937+Transpennine ExpressW846648:53 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h39
13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3 changes
CrossCountryG01100 · G010599:07 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h03
14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01059+Northern RailG897369:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h53
14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01059+East Midlands RailwayC04345+London North Eastern RailwayC020379:38 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h32
14:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21263+London North Eastern RailwayG802189:52 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h35
14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01103 · G0106110:07 Nottingham station (NOT)
5h02
15:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01061+Northern RailG8974110:17 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h52
15:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change
CrossCountryG01061+London North Eastern RailwayC02051+East Midlands RailwayC5984510:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h24
15:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2 changes
East Midlands RailwayC21260+London North Eastern RailwayG8022210:50 Nottingham station (NOT)
4h44
15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1 change

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CrossCountry as well as London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway and more offer trains services from Nottingham to Edinburgh.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Edinburgh.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Edinburgh.
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Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway from Nottingham to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Nottingham and Edinburgh from £14. 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 CrossCountry Duration
3h 56m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£40
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

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
3h 31m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
£58
London North Eastern Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
4h 48m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£47
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£137
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£102
East Midlands Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

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National Museum of Scotland

National museum covering science, design, world cultures and Scottish history. Excellent for varied collections and a dramatic central hall.

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Pound sterling (£)

Moderate for the UK. Rooms and dining are pricier in peak season, but buses are affordable and budget eats are easy to find.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés and pubs usually do not expect tips.

Trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh

Trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh are operated by Virgin trains East Coast and CrossCountry with up to four trains an hour from about 5:30 a.m. until around 7:00 p.m. There are also two later departures that involve an overnight journey and more connections. Routes involve one or two changes at places like Grantham, Newark, Chesterfield, York or Sheffield. A much-reduced service operates on Sundays.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

Departure Station:Nottingham Station is 5 minutes walk away from the city centre. Station facilities include a taxi rank, car parking and bicycle storage while both city trams and local buses stop outside the main entrance. The Skylink service provides shuttle buses between Nottingham Station and East Midlands Airport.

Arrival Station:Trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh arrive at the city's Waverley Station, a busy rail hub located in the Old Town. It is served by taxis, local buses and the Airlink 100 shuttle service to Edinburgh Airport. Car parking and bicycle storage are available at Waverley Station.

FAQs: Nottingham to Edinburgh train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Edinburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £40, while the average price tends to be around £129.
The train journey from Nottingham to Edinburgh covers a distance of 359 km and takes approximately 3h 31m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Edinburgh is 359 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Edinburgh leaves at 4:45.
The last train from Nottingham to Edinburgh departs at 20:20.
Trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Edinburgh.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Edinburgh.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Edinburgh.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Edinburgh is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
Booking trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Nottingham to Edinburgh offers a scenic experience, with stretches of rolling countryside, glimpses of the Peak District, and views of the rugged landscapes of northern England and southern Scotland, including the picturesque East Coast Main Line.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Edinburgh.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Edinburgh

Most Nottingham to Edinburgh trains use the Nottingham to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in Edinburgh

Which Nottingham station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?

Trains from Nottingham to Edinburgh leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min

Nottingham train station facilities and services

Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Nottingham.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, 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.

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