The cheapest and fastest trains from Totnes to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£438
Average price
£494
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
615 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Totnes to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Totnes to Edinburgh will cost around £494 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £438.
Of the 18 trains that leave Totnes for Edinburgh every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 615 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 12 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.
6:467h33Totnes14:19Edinburgh£4381One-way1 change
8:537h25Totnes16:18Edinburgh£4381One-way1 change
10:537h27Totnes18:20Edinburgh£4381One-way1 change
12:537h31Totnes20:24Edinburgh£4381One-way1 change
5:518h19Totnes14:10Edinburgh£4951One-way0 changes
8:537h25Totnes16:18Edinburgh£4381One-way1 change
10:537h27Totnes18:20Edinburgh£4381One-way1 change
12:537h31Totnes20:24Edinburgh£4381One-way1 change
6:467h33Totnes14:19Edinburgh£4381One-way1 change
11:538h12Totnes20:05Edinburgh£5371One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Totnes to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Totnes to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 615 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£137 Average Price | £83 Average Price Cheapest | £144 Average Price |
8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 43m Average total duration 16h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Totnes to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Totnes to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:51 Totnes | 8h19 | 14:10 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:51 Totnes | 8h19 | 14:10 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:46 Totnes | 7h33 | 14:19 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:46 Totnes | 8h24 | 15:10 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:53 Totnes | 8h14 | 16:07 Edinburgh | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:53 Totnes | 8h14 | 16:07 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Totnes to Edinburgh
Trains from Totnes to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £54 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 615 km distance in 7h 51m.
Distance 615 km |
Average train duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 51m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Totnes to Edinburgh trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Totnes and Edinburgh from £54. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Totnes to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Totnes 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 Totnes and Edinburgh
Most Totnes to Edinburgh trains use the Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh Gateway. Use this guide to compare Totnes and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Totnes station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) from Totnes city centre
Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) train station facilities and services
Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Signal Box Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Totnes, Railway Station (Stop A): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Royal Seven Stars Hotel, The Great Grubb Bed & Breakfast, The Steam Packet Inn.
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 Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: Yes.
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