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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Seaham
- Cheapest price on Nov 12
- €35
- Average ticket price on Nov 12
- €35
- Fastest journey on Nov 12
- 2 h 8 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 12
- 2 h 9 m
- Trains on Nov 12
- 2
- Distance
- 170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Seaham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Seaham will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 2 trains from Edinburgh to Seaham, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.
8:00 AM 2h08 Edinburgh 10:08 AM Seaham €35 1 One-way 0 transfers11:00 AM 2h09 Edinburgh 1:09 PM Seaham €36 1 One-way 0 transfers
8:00 AM 2h08 Edinburgh 10:08 AM Seaham €35 1 One-way 0 transfers11:00 AM 2h09 Edinburgh 1:09 PM Seaham €36 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Seaham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Seaham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 10:18 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Seaham train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Seaham trains for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM Edinburgh | 2h08 | 10:08 AM Seaham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 AM Edinburgh | 2h08 | 12:08 PM Seaham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:25 PM Edinburgh | 2h49 | 9:14 PM Seaham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Seaham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Seaham 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 Seaham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Seaham
Most Edinburgh to Seaham trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Seaham station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Seaham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Which Seaham station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Seaham from Seaham city centre
Seaham train station facilities and services
Seaham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Seaham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seaham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Seaham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Seaham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is via ramped access. Lowered kerb from car park to station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located in the waiting shelter on the Sunderland bound platform Accepts Cards Only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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