The cheapest and fastest trains from Southall to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
528 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southall to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southall to Edinburgh will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 3 trains that leave Southall 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 528 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 43 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.
18:555h43Southall0:38Edinburgh£801One-way0 changes
8:245h14Southall13:38Edinburgh£841One-way0 changes
7:245h14Southall12:38Edinburgh£911One-way0 changes
8:245h14Southall13:38Edinburgh£841One-way0 changes
7:245h14Southall12:38Edinburgh£911One-way0 changes
18:555h43Southall0:38Edinburgh£801One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Southall to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southall to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 528 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£86 Average Price | £46 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 18m Average total duration 12h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Southall to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Southall to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:24 Southall | 5h14 | 12:38 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:24 Southall | 5h14 | 13:38 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:55 Southall | 5h43 | 0:38 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southall to Edinburgh
Trains from Southall to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 17:05. The fastest train covers the 528 km distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 528 km |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 17:05 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Southall to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Southall and Edinburgh from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
FAQs: Southall to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southall 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 Southall and Edinburgh
Most Southall to Edinburgh trains use the Southall to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Southall and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southall station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Southall from Southall city centre
Southall train station facilities and services
Southall has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southall. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, 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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