4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Southampton to Edinburgh
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €148
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €204
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 6 h 24 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 6 h 55 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 5
- Distance
- 574 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh will cost around €204 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €148.
It's difficult to get from Southampton to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
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G80221+
Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross8:00 AM 6h39 Southampton Central (SOU) 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €148 1 One-way 2 transfers- L78765+G80226+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross
9:00 AM 6h38 Southampton Central (SOU) 3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €148 1 One-way 2 transfers - L78761+G80224+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross
8:30 AM 7h04 Southampton Central (SOU) 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €148 1 One-way 2 transfers 
G00855 · G010648:15 AM 7h52 Southampton Central (SOU) 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €287 1 One-way 1 transfer- G00855+G80221+
W35358+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross8:15 AM 6h24 Southampton Central (SOU) 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €287 1 One-way 3 transfers
- G00855+G80221+W35358+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
8:15 AM 6h24 Southampton Central (SOU) 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €287 1 One-way 3 transfers - L78765+G80226+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross
9:00 AM 6h38 Southampton Central (SOU) 3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €148 1 One-way 2 transfers - L78757+G80221+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross
8:00 AM 6h39 Southampton Central (SOU) 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €148 1 One-way 2 transfers - L78761+G80224+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross
8:30 AM 7h04 Southampton Central (SOU) 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €148 1 One-way 2 transfers - G00855 · G01064
8:15 AM 7h52 Southampton Central (SOU) 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) €287 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Edinburgh
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Trains from Southampton to Edinburgh run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €64 but you can travel from only €27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 574 km distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 574 km |
Average train duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €64 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Southampton to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Edinburgh trains for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G80221+L78757+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 8:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h39 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G00855 · G01064 | 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h52 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G80221+W35358+G00855+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross | 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h24 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 transfers | |
| G80224+L78761+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 7h04 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G80226+Tube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+L78765 | 9:00 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h38 | 3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Southampton 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 Southampton to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Edinburgh
Most Southampton to Edinburgh trains use the Southampton Central to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southampton station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Southampton Central from Southampton city centre
Southampton Central train station facilities and services
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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: Yes.
Getting to Southampton Airport Parkway from Southampton city centre
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, 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.
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