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Outbound fromLlanelli to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
It takes an average of 11h 19m to travel from Llanelli to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 298 miles (480 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Llanelli to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £38.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:02 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:25 | |
| Departure station | Llanelli | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 20m | |
| Distance | 298 miles (480 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £38.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales |
Travel from Llanelli to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train in 7 hours 20 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Llanelli to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Llanelli to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train is 11 hours 19 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 7 hours 20 minutes. You'll usually find 36 trains per day travelling the 298 miles (480 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Edinburgh (Waverley). You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway on your way to Edinburgh (Waverley), as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Llanelli to Edinburgh (Waverley) start from £38.60 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Edinburgh (Waverley), including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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