Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Ringway to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ringway to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 294 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£48 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £93 Average Price |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ringway to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Ringway to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:04 Ringway | 3h34 | 20:38 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ringway to Edinburgh
Trains from Ringway to Edinburgh run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 20:14 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Ringway to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ringway 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 Ringway and Edinburgh
Most Ringway to Edinburgh trains use the Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Ringway and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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