4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Tamworth to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
382 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tamworth to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tamworth to Edinburgh will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 3 trains that leave Tamworth 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 382 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.
7:194h53Tamworth12:12Edinburgh£371One-way0 changes
7:084h12Tamworth11:20Edinburgh£891One-way0 changes- 8:065h04Tamworth13:10Edinburgh£1271One-way0 changes
- 7:084h12Tamworth11:20Edinburgh£891One-way0 changes
- 7:194h53Tamworth12:12Edinburgh£371One-way0 changes
- 8:065h04Tamworth13:10Edinburgh£1271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Tamworth to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tamworth 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 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £37.
Distance: 382 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£94 Average Price | £58 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 57m Average total duration 10h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Tamworth to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Tamworth to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:08 Tamworth | 4h12 | 11:20 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:19 Tamworth | 4h53 | 12:12 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:06 Tamworth | 5h04 | 13:10 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tamworth to Edinburgh
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Trains from Tamworth to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 382 km distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 382 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 19:26 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains from Tamworth to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Tamworth and Edinburgh from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Tamworth to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tamworth 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 Tamworth and Edinburgh
Most Tamworth to Edinburgh trains use the Tamworth to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Tamworth and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Tamworth station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Tamworth from Tamworth city centre
Tamworth train station facilities and services
Tamworth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Tamworth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tamworth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tamworth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tamworth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tamworth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available - A2B Taxis are at Tamworth Station on 01827 311 111. All taxis are accessible. Public waiting area for taxis, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is located at the station front, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 23:45 Sunday 08:00 - 23:30, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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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