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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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32

train journeys
per day

247

miles (399 kms)

4hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

00:25 / 23:58

first / last train

20

direct trains

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Edinburgh Waverley , with 20 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 247 miles (399 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 1 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:25
    9 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:38
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:03
    5 hrs 5 mins Direct
    11:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:05
    4 hrs 13 mins Direct
    10:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:03
    5 hrs 3 mins Direct
    12:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:07
    4 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    11:37
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:03
    5 hrs 1 min Direct
    13:04
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    4 hrs 12 mins Direct
    12:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    4 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    13:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:03
    5 hrs 5 mins Direct
    14:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:07
    4 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:03
    4 hrs 58 mins Direct
    15:01
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:07
    4 hrs 12 mins Direct
    14:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:03
    5 hrs 3 mins Direct
    16:06
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:07
    4 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    15:37
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:03
    5 hrs 5 mins Direct
    17:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:07
    4 hrs 11 mins Direct
    16:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:03
    5 hrs 4 mins Direct
    18:07
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:07
    4 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    17:40
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:03
    5 hrs 1 min Direct
    19:04
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:07
    4 hrs 14 mins Direct
    18:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham Stations and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham Stations and Edinburgh Waverley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations and Edinburgh Waverley can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 20 direct services per day from Birmingham Stations to Edinburgh Waverley

First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham Stations and Edinburgh Waverley.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham Stations and Edinburgh Waverley, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.