Cheap train tickets from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh will cost around £ 60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 57.
Train schedule Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh
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Fastest train times from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh
Fastest Journey
4 h 5 m
Average
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
334 km
Of the 3 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent 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 334 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.
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Overview: Train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh
 | Distance | 207 miles (334 km) |
 | Average train duration | 3 h 43 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £38 (€43) |
 | Train frequency | 12 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 12 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Cross Country or Transpennine Express |
Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh cover the 207 miles (334 km) long route taking on average 3 h 43 min with our travel partners like Cross Country or Transpennine Express. Normally, there are 12 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £38, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £38. Travellers depart most frequently from Stoke-on-Trent and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley.
Train providers: CrossCountry trains Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh
You can travel by train to Edinburgh from Stoke-on-Trent with CrossCountry for as low as £38. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Stoke-on-Trent and Edinburgh you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Find cheap tickets for CrossCountry trains between Stoke-on-Trent and Edinburgh on Omio. Omio can help you find the best train deals and prices all in one place by showing you the most up-to-date Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh train timetable from CrossCountry, the latest train ticket offers available and other travel information for the 207 miles (334 km) route between Stoke-on-Trent and Edinburgh, including information on luggage policy and amenities offered onboard depending on the class fare you pick and choose. If you search for trains to Edinburgh from Stoke-on-Trent in the Omio app, you can check to see if the CrossCountry trains available are mobile tickets, which makes it even more convenient for you to go paperless when travelling. Check the CrossCountry train timetable for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route available to get to Edinburgh from Stoke-on-Trent and then book a cheap train with ease. Sit back and enjoy your upcoming train to Edinburgh from Stoke-on-Trent with CrossCountry!
CrossCountry has the following ticket policies due to COVID-19, which you should be aware of when booking and travelling by train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh:
- Refund or voucher policy
- If you have an Off-Peak or Anytime ticket, you can get a full refund and the £10 admin fee has been waived. Advance tickets are normally non-refundable but you can now also get a full refund if your Advance ticket was booked before 23 March 2020.
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
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.
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When departing from Stoke-on-Trent, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Stoke-on-Trent and Stoke-on-Trent, Hanley Bus Station. When arriving in Edinburgh, you can end your journey in train stations like Edinburgh Waverley, Edinburgh Gateway and Edinburgh Park.
Omio customers book a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Edinburgh Waverley most frequently for this route.
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Passengers board their train most frequently from Stoke-on-Trent and travel around 0.3 miles (525 m) from the city centre to this train station.
Passengers travelling this route most often arrive at Edinburgh Waverley and need to travel approximately 0.4 miles (659 m) from the train station to the city centre in Edinburgh.
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