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Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh train with Avanti West Coast

Thu, 13 Feb
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Cheap train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 13 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Avanti West Coast
10:373h42
Stoke-on-Trent
14:19Edinburgh
£681One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
09:444h35
Stoke-on-Trent
14:19Edinburgh
£951One-way
0 changes

Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast10:37 Stoke-on-Trent3h42 14:19 Edinburgh0 changesDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast09:44 Stoke-on-Trent4h35 14:19 Edinburgh0 changesDirect

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Train times from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 13 Feb

Fastest Journey

3 h 42 m

Average

4 h 9 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

334 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Avanti West Coast
10:373h42
Stoke-on-Trent
14:19Edinburgh
£681One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
09:444h35
Stoke-on-Trent
14:19Edinburgh
£951One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh

Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £17 by bus.
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 £17
Distance
334 km
Average train duration
4h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£36
Trains per day
6
Train providers
4
Fastest train
3h 42m
First train
01:22
Last train
19:36
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 £17

Train providers: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry trains Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh

You can travel by train to Edinburgh from Stoke-on-Trent with Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry for as low as £29. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh train information with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 42 min
  • Cheapest Price: £29
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 6 a day

Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh: Journey Details

Taking the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh takes roughly 4 hours and involves one or two changes at Stafford, Crewe or Manchester Piccadilly. The routes are operated by CrossCountry, London Midland and Transpennine Express. The first departure is in the early hours of the morning, followed by one or two trains an hour until the early evening. There are later trains, but they involve a lengthy overnight journey. There is a reduced service at weekends.

Return journeys for trains from Edinburgh to Stoke-on-Trent are also available.

Taking the Train from Stoke-on-Trent

Stoke-on-Trent Station is within walking distance of the city centre. Arriva and First EMT operate a regular bus service from the city, surrounding areas, Alton Towers and the Peak District to the rail station. Taxis are available from a rank located outside the station entrance.

Getting into Edinburgh by Train

Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, has a unique atmosphere, watched over by its towering castle. Visitors can enjoy medieval relics, Georgian crescents and cutting-edge modern architecture, along with great shopping and a lively nightlife. Edinburgh Waverly Station is located in the heart of Edinburgh and is the second-largest railway station by size in the United Kingdom. Its situation, between the medieval Old Town and the 18th century New Town, puts it in the perfect location for tourists wishing to explore Edinburgh.

The station itself is one of the city's attractions with its beautiful domed ceiling, decorated with cherubs and scrolled ironwork. Buses operated by Lothian serve mainly the city centre while First Buses go further afield to the East and West of the city. The NightBus runs hourly throughout the night. Suburban trains to Glasgow run from Waverley and the new tram system crosses the city centre and runs to the airport. There are black cab taxi ranks outside Edinburgh Waverly Station.

FAQs: Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh train

FAQs: Travel by train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh.
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Cheap train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh is £87; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh train time is 3 h 42 min   covering the 207 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh leaves at 01: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh leaves at 22: 13.
There are 6 trains a day from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry or LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh, you can count on Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry or LNER for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Stoke-on-Trent and Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 13.
A trip to Edinburgh from Stoke-on-Trent is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 42 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh by train is November.
You have options as you can travel between Stoke-on-Trent and Edinburgh 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
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