4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Windsor to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
€113
Average price
€125
Fastest journey
5 h 38 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Windsor to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Windsor to Edinburgh will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €113.
It's difficult to get from Windsor to Edinburgh without transferring at least 2 times.
Y15488 · C47867+
Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+
G802249:20 AM6h14Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)3:34 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1131One-way3 transfers- Y15475+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80216+
C377458:20 AM6h07Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1251One-way3 transfers 
L84542+G80216+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross8:23 AM6h04Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1271One-way2 transfers- L84554+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross+G802218:53 AM5h46Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)2:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1271One-way2 transfers
- L84562+G80224+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross9:23 AM6h11Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)3:34 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1271One-way2 transfers
- G80215+Y15472+C37702+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross8:00 AM5h38Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)1:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1271One-way3 transfers
- L84554+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross+G802218:53 AM5h46Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)2:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1271One-way2 transfers
G25698+Y15479+C37770+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross8:40 AM5h52Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)2:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1271One-way3 transfers- L84542+G80216+Tube from Vauxhall to London Kings Cross8:23 AM6h04Windsor & Eton Riverside (WNR)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1271One-way2 transfers
- Y15475+Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+G80216+C377458:20 AM6h07Windsor & Eton Central (WNC)2:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1251One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Windsor to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Windsor to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €71.
Distance: 525 km
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6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 29m Average total duration 10h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Windsor to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Windsor to Edinburgh trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 7:00 AM Windsor | 7h32 | 2:32 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:20 AM Windsor | 6h14 | 2:34 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:20 AM Windsor | 6h14 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:20 PM Windsor | 6h14 | 8:34 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Windsor to Edinburgh
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Trains from Windsor to Edinburgh run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €71 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 525 km distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 525 km |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €71 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 5:36 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo from Windsor to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo trains will get you between Windsor and Edinburgh from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Windsor to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Windsor 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 Windsor to Edinburgh
Most Windsor to Edinburgh trains use the Windsor & Eton Central to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Edinburgh Gateway. Use this guide to compare Windsor and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Windsor station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Windsor & Eton Central from Windsor city centre
Windsor & Eton Central train station facilities and services
Windsor & Eton Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Windsor & Eton Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Windsor & Eton Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Windsor & Eton Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Windsor & Eton Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Windsor & Eton Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Windsor & Eton 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 the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible public telephones: No, Accessible taxis: Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Windsor & Eton Riverside from Windsor city centre
Windsor & Eton Riverside train station facilities and services
Windsor & Eton Riverside has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Windsor & Eton Riverside.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Windsor & Eton Riverside. ATMs are available at Windsor & Eton Riverside.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Windsor & Eton Riverside. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Windsor & Eton Riverside: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Windsor & Eton Riverside: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Windsor & Eton Riverside: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B Station - Short ramps at up to 1:9 gradient from car parks and main entrance to concourse - then level access to both 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: No, 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 Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, 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: Yes.
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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