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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stevenage to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
491 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stevenage to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stevenage to Edinburgh will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stevenage for Edinburgh every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 491 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stevenage to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stevenage to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £48.
Distance: 491 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£94 Average Price | £61 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stevenage to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Stevenage to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y36037+Y23477 | On time 08:15 Stevenage station (SVG) | 6h07 | 14:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
| Y23393+XC064300 · K41907 | On time 09:28 Stevenage station (SVG) | 6h38 | 16:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
Y36857+ Tube from Finsbury Park to London Euston+ W09871+ C26808 | On time 09:30 Stevenage station (SVG) | 6h07 | 15:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 changes | |
| Y36857+Tube from Finsbury Park to London Euston+W10514 | On time 09:30 Stevenage station (SVG) | 6h48 | 16:18 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stevenage to Edinburgh
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Trains from Stevenage to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 491 km distance in 3h 56m.
Distance 491 km |
Average train duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 56m |
First train 05:37 |
Last train 21:00 |
Train companies: Lumo, LNER, CrossCountry from Stevenage to Edinburgh trainsLumo, LNER, CrossCountry trains will get you between Stevenage and Edinburgh from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Stevenage to Edinburgh
Stevenage and Edinburgh are located just over 300 miles apart. This distance is covered in approximately 4.5 hours on the fastest train route. Most train journeys require at least one change in another city, such as Peterborough or Wakefield. There is usually just one direct train per day, which is one of the first trains of the day at around 6:30 a.m. There are up to 30 departures every day of the week which run up until around 10:00 p.m. The stations in both cities are located in the centre with nearby public transport links.
Which train companies travel from Stevenage to Edinburgh?
Cross Country, First Transpennine Express and London North Eastern Railway (LNER) operate train services on the route between Stevenage and Edinburgh.
How long is the train from Stevenage to Edinburgh?
The fastest trains complete the journey between Stevenage and Edinburgh in around 4.5 hours. Most trains, however, require at least one change and the total journey can take 5 hours or more in this case. Passengers on indirect routes usually need to change trains in Peterborough or Wakefield. The trains that leave at night tend to have a long overnight waiting time at the connecting station and continue onto Edinburgh the following morning.
How many trains are there from Stevenage to Edinburgh?
There are up to 30 trains travelling on this route every day. Trains start running from Stevenage at approximately 6:30 a.m. and continue through until around 10:00 p.m. There are usually two trains per hour from morning until evening and then a few trains at night.What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Stevenage to Edinburgh?
Departure train station: Trains to Edinburgh depart from Stevenage train station on Lytton Way. The station has an ATM, refreshment facilities and toilets. Located within a mile of Stevenage centre, the train station can be reached via various bus routes, including the Sapphire 100 and 101.
Arrival train station: All trains from Stevenage arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station. The station is located in the heart of the city near to the iconic Prince's Street and Edinburgh Castle. Many places can be reached on foot or there are buses available from Prince's Street. The station has a travel centre, showers, luggage storage and car hire.
FAQs: Stevenage to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stevenage 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 Stevenage and Edinburgh
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:30 Saturday 06:45 - 21:30 Sunday 08:00 - 20:15
- Car Park: Railway South Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the ticket office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: WC available on station concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting areas are available on all platforms
- Storage location: Long and short term car park areas
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from Platform 2 bus stop, adjacent to Herminston Gate
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LockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- 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.
- 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.
- 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,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- 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 booths are located on the concourse.
- 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.
ParkingDiningLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
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