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G802229:445h50Reading station (RDG)15:34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1181One-way2 changes- W34558+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
G2570611:055h27Reading station (RDG)16:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1191One-way2 changes - W35168+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G802199:175h27Reading station (RDG)14:44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1211One-way2 changes
- W34465+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G802188:445h43Reading station (RDG)14:27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1211One-way2 changes
- W35164+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G802148:165h22Reading station (RDG)13:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1211One-way2 changes
- Y15273+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G8022710:175h21Reading station (RDG)15:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1211One-way2 changes
- C42289+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G8023311:185h21Reading station (RDG)16:39Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1211One-way2 changes
- W35164+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G802148:165h22Reading station (RDG)13:38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1211One-way2 changes
- W35168+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G802199:175h27Reading station (RDG)14:44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1211One-way2 changes
- W34558+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G2570611:055h27Reading station (RDG)16:32Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)£1191One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Reading to Edinburgh
The cheapest option from Reading to Edinburgh is flight, with an average price of £44. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Reading to Edinburgh among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
Distance: 521 km
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£113 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest option | £83 Average Price |
6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Reading to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 G00852+W33753 | 8:15 Reading station (RDG) | 6h05 | 14:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| W35164+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80214 | 8:16 Reading station (RDG) | 5h22 | 13:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W34465+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80218 | 8:44 Reading station (RDG) | 5h43 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W35168+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80219 | 9:17 Reading station (RDG) | 5h27 | 14:44 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W34556+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80222 | 9:44 Reading station (RDG) | 5h50 | 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| G00859+W33799 | 10:15 Reading station (RDG) | 6h03 | 16:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| Y15273+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80227 | 10:17 Reading station (RDG) | 5h21 | 15:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W34475+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80230 | 10:42 Reading station (RDG) | 5h46 | 16:28 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| W34558+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G25706 | 11:05 Reading station (RDG) | 5h27 | 16:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
| C42289+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80233 | 11:18 Reading station (RDG) | 5h21 | 16:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Edinburgh
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Reading to Edinburgh, including direct trains, taking around 5h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:54, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 521 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 521 km |
Average train duration 5h 41m |
Lowest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 3:54 |
Last train 22:26 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Transpennine Express, Cross Country from Reading to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Transpennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Edinburgh from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Reading to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading and Edinburgh
Most Reading to Edinburgh trains use the Reading to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Reading and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, 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 and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading West from Reading city centre
Reading West is 1 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading West train station facilities and services
Reading West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading West.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading West: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. 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 taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, 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.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
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 Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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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