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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Thornton Heath to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
5 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
546 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Thornton Heath to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thornton Heath to Edinburgh will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
Of the 2 trains that leave Thornton Heath for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 546 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 37 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.
7:555h37Thornton Heath13:32Edinburgh£891One-way0 changes
9:165h23Thornton Heath14:39Edinburgh£1171One-way0 changes
- 9:165h23Thornton Heath14:39Edinburgh£1171One-way0 changes
- 7:555h37Thornton Heath13:32Edinburgh£891One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Thornton Heath to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Thornton Heath to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 546 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Thornton Heath to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Thornton Heath to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:55 Thornton Heath | 5h37 | 13:32 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:16 Thornton Heath | 5h23 | 14:39 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Thornton Heath to Edinburgh
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Trains from Thornton Heath to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 546 km distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 546 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 14:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Southern from Thornton Heath to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Southern trains will get you between Thornton Heath and Edinburgh from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Thornton Heath to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thornton Heath 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 Thornton Heath and Edinburgh
Most Thornton Heath to Edinburgh trains use the Thornton Heath to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Slateford. Use this guide to compare Thornton Heath and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Thornton Heath station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Thornton Heath train station facilities and services
Thornton Heath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Thornton Heath.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Thornton Heath. ATMs are available at Thornton Heath.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thornton Heath.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thornton Heath: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thornton Heath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thornton Heath: 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 all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is in the Booking Hall near the cash machine, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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: No, 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.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
Tickets and information
Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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