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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Solihull to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solihull to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solihull to Edinburgh will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 1 trains that leave Solihull for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 404 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 54 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.
9:254h54Solihull14:19Edinburgh£861One-way0 changes
- 9:254h54Solihull14:19Edinburgh£861One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Solihull to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solihull to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 404 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£96 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Solihull to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Solihull to Edinburgh trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 17:58 Solihull | 5h46 | 23:44 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Solihull to Edinburgh.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solihull to Edinburgh
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Trains from Solihull to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 404 km distance in 4h 54m.
Distance 404 km |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 54m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 18:57 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Solihull to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Solihull and Edinburgh from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Solihull to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solihull 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 Solihull and Edinburgh
Most Solihull to Edinburgh trains use the Solihull to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Solihull and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Solihull station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Solihull from Solihull city centre
Solihull train station facilities and services
Solihull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Solihull.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Solihull. ATMs are available at Solihull.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Solihull. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Solihull: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Solihull: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Solihull: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Widney Manor from Solihull city centre
Widney Manor is 2 km from Solihull city centre. Public transport options include:
Widney Manor train station facilities and services
Widney Manor has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Widney Manor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Widney Manor. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Widney Manor: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Widney Manor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Widney Manor: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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.
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