4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Winchester to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£114
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 17 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
557 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winchester to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winchester to Edinburgh will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 4 trains that leave Winchester for Edinburgh every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 557 km distance in an average of 7 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 17 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.
7:186h20Winchester13:38Edinburgh£901One-way0 changes
9:176h22Winchester15:39Edinburgh£1211One-way0 changes- 13:188h17Winchester21:35Edinburgh£1211One-way0 changes
- 8:188h10Winchester16:28Edinburgh£1241One-way0 changes
- 7:186h20Winchester13:38Edinburgh£901One-way0 changes
- 9:176h22Winchester15:39Edinburgh£1211One-way0 changes
- 8:188h10Winchester16:28Edinburgh£1241One-way0 changes
- 13:188h17Winchester21:35Edinburgh£1211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Winchester to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Winchester to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £72.
Distance: 557 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£112 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 12m Average total duration 10h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Winchester to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Winchester to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:18 Winchester | 6h20 | 13:38 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:18 Winchester | 8h10 | 16:28 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:17 Winchester | 6h22 | 15:39 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:18 Winchester | 8h17 | 21:35 Edinburgh | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winchester to Edinburgh
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Trains from Winchester to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 557 km distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 557 km |
Average train duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Cross Country from Winchester to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Cross Country trains will get you between Winchester and Edinburgh from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Winchester to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winchester 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 Winchester and Edinburgh
Most Winchester to Edinburgh trains use the Winchester to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Winchester and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Winchester station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Winchester from Winchester city centre
Winchester train station facilities and services
Winchester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 and drink options are available at Winchester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Winchester. ATMs are available at Winchester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Winchester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Winchester: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Winchester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Winchester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access to Platform 1 (for trains towards London and Reading) is via ramp (1:18, 25m) from car park, drop-off etc. Access to Platform 2 (for trains towards Southampton and Portsmouth) is step-free from forecourt (NB forecourt slopes away at 1:10). Platform 2 night gate has short 1:8 ramp. Access between platforms is via footbridge with lifts (available 24 hours), through subway (stepped) or via the street (745m, some narrow pavements and steep gradients), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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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