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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Orpington to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orpington to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orpington to Edinburgh will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Of the 2 trains that leave Orpington for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 553 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 49 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.
7:075h32Orpington12:39Edinburgh£1051One-way0 changes- 7:385h49Orpington13:27Edinburgh£1081One-way0 changes
- 7:075h32Orpington12:39Edinburgh£1051One-way0 changes
- 7:385h49Orpington13:27Edinburgh£1081One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Orpington to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orpington to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 553 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£81 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price |
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Orpington to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Orpington to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:08 Orpington | 5h24 | 15:32 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Orpington to Edinburgh
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Trains from Orpington to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 553 km distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 553 km |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 18:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern from Orpington to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Orpington 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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FAQs: Orpington to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orpington 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 Orpington and Edinburgh
Most Orpington to Edinburgh trains use the Orpington to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Orpington and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Orpington station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Orpington from Orpington city centre
Orpington train station facilities and services
Orpington has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Orpington.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Orpington.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Orpington. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Orpington: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Orpington: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Orpington: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: station forecourt, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, 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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