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The cheapest and fastest trains from Solihull to Edinburgh
Showing times and prices for 06 Dec
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
404 km
Cheap tickets
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 £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Solihull for Edinburgh every day 3 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 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 22 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.
06:416h22
Solihull13:03Edinburgh
£861One-way
0 changes
07:116h09
Solihull13:20Edinburgh
£921One-way
0 changes
06:115h07
Solihull11:18Edinburgh
£931One-way
0 changes
06:115h07
Solihull11:18Edinburgh
£931One-way
0 changes
07:116h09
Solihull13:20Edinburgh
£921One-way
0 changes
06:416h22
Solihull13:03Edinburgh
£861One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Solihull to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the coach 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 £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 404 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£84 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Solihull to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Solihull to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 07:15
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:11 Solihull | 5h08 | 13:19 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 06:11 Solihull | 5h07 | 11:18 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:41 Solihull | 6h22 | 13:03 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:11 Solihull | 6h09 | 13:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solihull to Edinburgh
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Trains from Solihull to Edinburgh run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 404 km distance in 5h 6m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Distance 404 km |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 18:57 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £19
Train companies: Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains from Solihull to Edinburgh trainsChiltern Railways, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Solihull and Edinburgh from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Chiltern Railways
About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 20m
Cheapest Price
£230
Chiltern Railways frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 37m
West Midlands Trains frequency
9 a day
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.
In Edinburgh, you can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket with its pubs, shops, and street performances, or enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults. Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for beautiful landscapes. Discover hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market. Must-see sights include Edinburgh Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Crown Jewels, Arthur's Seat for hiking and city views, The Royal Mile lined with shops and landmarks, Holyrood Palace with its stunning gardens, and the National Museum of Scotland showcasing diverse exhibits.
To fully experience Edinburgh's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, a stay of three to four days is recommended.
The cost of a train ticket from Solihull to Edinburgh can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £52, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Edinburgh is by coach, costing approximately £19.
Booking trains from Solihull to Edinburgh in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
A day trip from Solihull to Edinburgh is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 6m each way. There are 4 trains per day available. The distance is 404 km.
The train journey from Solihull to Edinburgh covers a distance of 404 km and takes approximately 5h 6m. Trains run 4 per day.
The train distance from Solihull to Edinburgh is 404 km.
The train station in Solihull that goes to Edinburgh is Solihull station (SOL), and it arrives at Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
The last train from Solihull to Edinburgh departs at 18:57.
The first train from Solihull to Edinburgh leaves at 5:26.
There is no night train service from Solihull to Edinburgh.
Trains from Solihull to Edinburgh run approximately 4 times per day.
The train journey from Solihull to Edinburgh offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Midlands and the rolling hills of southern Scotland. However, much of the journey is also through urban and suburban areas, so the scenic value can vary.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Solihull to Edinburgh.
Yes, you can take the train from Solihull to Edinburgh.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Solihull to Edinburgh.
To get from Solihull to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Solihull and Edinburgh
Solihull
Edinburgh
The major train station for departures in Solihull is Solihull. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Solihull for your trip from Solihull to Edinburgh.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:35 - 00:00 Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 09:10 - 23:50
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Between platforms 1 and 2
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Between Platforms 1 & 2.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 12:00 Saturday 08:00 - 15:00 Sunday 10:20 - 13:00 None
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on Platform 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Widney Manor
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: Public service bus stop in layby on approach to station
The major train station for arrivals in Edinburgh is Haymarket. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Haymarket for your journey to Edinburgh from Solihull.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Haymarket
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
Dining
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
Taxis
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
Hotel
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
Public transport options for Edinburgh Waverley
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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