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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Canterbury to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Oct 22
€111
Average ticket price on Oct 22
€125
Fastest journey on Oct 22
5 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
5 h 58 m
Trains on Oct 22
6
Distance
591 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Canterbury to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Canterbury to Edinburgh will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €111.
It's difficult to get from Canterbury to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
P85661+
G8023210:54 AM5h48Canterbury West (CBW)4:42 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1111One-way1 transfer- P85648+G802249:21 AM6h13Canterbury West (CBW)3:34 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1111One-way1 transfer
- P85658+G8022810:21 AM6h06Canterbury West (CBW)4:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1221One-way1 transfer
- P85651+G802269:54 AM5h44Canterbury West (CBW)3:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1221One-way1 transfer
- P90239_P90331 · P85906+G802218:33 AM6h06Canterbury West (CBW)2:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1441One-way2 transfers
- P85651+G802269:54 AM5h44Canterbury West (CBW)3:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1221One-way1 transfer
- P85661+G8023210:54 AM5h48Canterbury West (CBW)4:42 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1111One-way1 transfer
- P85639+G802168:23 AM6h04Canterbury West (CBW)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1441One-way1 transfer
- P90239_P90331 · P85906+G802218:33 AM6h06Canterbury West (CBW)2:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1441One-way2 transfers
- P85658+G8022810:21 AM6h06Canterbury West (CBW)4:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1221One-way1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Canterbury to Edinburgh
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Trains from Canterbury to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €63 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 591 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 591 km |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Live departures
Canterbury to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Canterbury to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80216+P85639 | 8:23 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 6h04 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80221+P85906 · P90239_P90331 | 8:33 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 6h06 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G80224+P85648 | 9:21 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 6h13 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80226+P85651 | 9:54 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 5h44 | 3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80228+P85658 | 10:21 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 6h06 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80232+P85661 | 10:54 AM Canterbury West (CBW) | 5h48 | 4:42 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Canterbury and Edinburgh
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Canterbury to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Canterbury 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
Popular train stations from Canterbury to Edinburgh
Most Canterbury to Edinburgh trains use the Canterbury West to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Canterbury and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Canterbury station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Canterbury West from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury West train station facilities and services
Canterbury West has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Canterbury West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury West. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury West: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury West: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: two within concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Canterbury East from Canterbury city centre
Canterbury East train station facilities and services
Canterbury East has practical services for this route, including 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 Canterbury East.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Canterbury East.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Canterbury East. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Canterbury East: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Canterbury East: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Canterbury East: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The Ticket Vending Machines's can only be accessed when the station building is open as they are in the booking hall, 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.
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