5:367h34Sittingbourne13:10Edinburgh£3521One-way2 changes
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Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Sittingbourne to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sittingbourne to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £52, and a train costs an average of £120.
Distance: 574 km
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£120 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sittingbourne to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Sittingbourne to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:36 Sittingbourne | 7h34 | 13:10 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:36 Sittingbourne | 7h34 | 14:10 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:36 Sittingbourne | 7h34 | 15:10 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:40 Sittingbourne | 7h27 | 16:07 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:40 Sittingbourne | 7h29 | 17:09 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:40 Sittingbourne | 7h29 | 18:09 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:40 Sittingbourne | 7h31 | 19:11 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sittingbourne to Edinburgh
Trains from Sittingbourne to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £120 but you can travel from only £52 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 18:16. The fastest train covers the 574 km distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 574 km |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £120 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 18:16 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern from Sittingbourne to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Southeastern trains will get you between Sittingbourne and Edinburgh from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sittingbourne to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sittingbourne 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Sittingbourne and Edinburgh
Most Sittingbourne to Edinburgh trains use the Sittingbourne to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Sittingbourne and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sittingbourne station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Sittingbourne from Sittingbourne city centre
Sittingbourne train station facilities and services
Sittingbourne has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sittingbourne.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sittingbourne.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sittingbourne. 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 Sittingbourne: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sittingbourne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sittingbourne: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B1. This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check details -Step free access to platform 1 for services towards London from main entrance. Step free access to platform 2 and 3 for services away from London and to Sheerness available via the lift. Stepped access to all platforms via the station footbridge. Short steep ramp to platform one when booking hall closed, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: In booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Friday 04:50 - 01:30 Saturday 04:50 - 01:30 Sunday 06:30 - 01:00 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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