Five Ways to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
| First train | 06:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:08 | |
| Departure station | Five Ways | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 4h 39m | |
| Distance | 246 miles (396 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
About the train journey from Five Ways to Edinburgh (Waverley)
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The train from Five Ways to Edinburgh (Waverley) usually takes 6 hours 54 minutes on average to travel 246 miles (396 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 39 minutes. You can expect to find 17 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Edinburgh (Waverley), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Five Ways to Edinburgh (Waverley) if you book in advance, travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
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Cheap train tickets from Five Ways to Edinburgh (Waverley)
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Consider a Season Ticket
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Use your Railcard
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