The cheapest and fastest trains from Worthing to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£123
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
8 h 33 m
Average duration
8 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Worthing to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Worthing to Edinburgh will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £123.
Of the 1 trains that leave Worthing for Edinburgh every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 601 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 33 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.
5:598h33Worthing14:32Edinburgh£1231One-way0 changes
5:598h33Worthing14:32Edinburgh£1231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Worthing to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Worthing to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £87.
Distance: 601 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£122 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 55m Average total duration 14h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Worthing to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Worthing to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:34 Worthing | 6h53 | 12:27 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:33 Worthing | 6h56 | 13:29 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:03 Worthing | 7h24 | 14:27 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:33 Worthing | 6h58 | 15:31 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:33 Worthing | 6h54 | 16:27 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:33 Worthing | 6h55 | 17:28 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:33 Worthing | 6h55 | 18:28 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:33 Worthing | 6h57 | 19:30 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:33 Worthing | 6h56 | 20:29 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:33 Worthing | 6h58 | 21:31 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:33 Worthing | 6h59 | 22:32 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:33 Worthing | 6h59 | 23:32 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 17:33 Worthing | 7h02 | 0:35 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:03 Worthing | 12h24 | 10:27 Edinburgh | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Worthing to Edinburgh
Trains from Worthing to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 601 km distance in 6h 34m.
Distance 601 km |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 34m |
First train 5:36 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Southern from Worthing to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Southern trains will get you between Worthing and Edinburgh from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Worthing to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Worthing 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 Worthing and Edinburgh
Most Worthing to Edinburgh trains use the Worthing to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Worthing and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Worthing station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Worthing train station facilities and services
Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Worthing.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Worthing.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Worthing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Worthing: 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 the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to West Worthing from Worthing city centre
West Worthing is 1 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
West Worthing train station facilities and services
West Worthing has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at West Worthing.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at West Worthing: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at West Worthing: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at West Worthing: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via level crossing. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Durrington-on-Sea from Worthing city centre
Durrington-on-Sea is 2 km from Worthing city centre. Public transport options include:
Durrington-on-Sea train station facilities and services
Durrington-on-Sea has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durrington-on-Sea.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durrington-on-Sea: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Durrington-on-Sea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durrington-on-Sea: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Access to platform 1 (to London / Brighton) via steep ramp. Ramp to platform 2 (to Littlehampton / Portsmouth). Long step-free route between platforms via the street (longer than 400m, above 1:10 gradient). Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, 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.
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