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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for May 14

Cheapest price

€67

Average price

€93

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

3 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

283 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh will cost around €93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €67.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.

W48175+

C50096

08:45AM3h35

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

12:20PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

€671One-way

1 transfer

P13182 · P13176

08:12AM3h25

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

11:37AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

€821One-way

1 transfer

P13182 · P13176

08:12AM3h25

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

11:37AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

€821One-way

1 transfer

P12711 · P13185

09:19AM4h13

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

01:32PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

€911One-way

1 transfer

G53094+

P13185

09:39AM3h53

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

01:32PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)

€921One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€87 Average price	€46 Average price Cheapest
4h 45m Average duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	12h 17m Average duration 11h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Liverpool to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, May 13

Last updated at 6:49 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
P12787 · P13218	On time 7:13 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	3h28	10:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
Wednesday, May 14
P13182 · P13176	On time 7:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	3h25	10:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
P13182 · P13176	On time 7:12 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	3h25	10:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
W48175+C50096	On time 7:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	3h35	11:20 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
P12711 · P13185	On time 8:19 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	4h13	12:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
G53094+P13185	On time 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	3h53	12:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	1 transfer
W48187+C50088+P13185	On time 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	3h47	12:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	2 transfers
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh?

The best time to book your train from Liverpool to Edinburgh is 28 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Liverpool to Edinburgh route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Liverpool to Edinburgh per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Liverpool to Edinburgh.

Trains

from €83

Buses

from €45

Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to Edinburgh

United Kingdom

Trains from Liverpool to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €42 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €16

Distance

282 km

Average train duration

4h 15m

Cheapest ticket price

€42

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 25m

First train

06:45

Last train

20:13

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €16

Train providers: TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast trains Liverpool to Edinburgh

TransPennine Express, Virgin Trains and East Coast trains will get you to Edinburgh from Liverpool from €26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from Liverpool to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: €60

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Liverpool to Edinburgh train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 34 min
Cheapest Price: €26

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from Liverpool to Edinburgh with East Coast:

Average Duration: 5 h 24 min
Cheapest Price: €158

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains between Liverpool and Edinburgh. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Train information from Liverpool to Edinburgh with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 3 h 33 min
Cheapest Price: €248
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Edinburgh

FAQs: Travel by train from Liverpool to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool to Edinburgh is €57; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Liverpool to Edinburgh train time is 3 h 25 min covering the 282 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Liverpool to Edinburgh leaves at 01: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Liverpool to Edinburgh leaves at 22: 20.

There are 7 trains a day from Liverpool to Edinburgh which require at least one change with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, LNER, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Liverpool to Edinburgh, you can count on TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, LNER, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Edinburgh. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Liverpool to Edinburgh and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 20.

A trip to Edinburgh from Liverpool is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool to Edinburgh is March.

You have options as you can travel to Edinburgh from Liverpool 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.