Train Tickets to Edinburgh (Waverley)
Edinburgh to Edinburgh (Waverley)
9m
Glasgow to Edinburgh (Waverley)
51m
Train travel to Edinburgh (Waverley) guide
Opened in 1846, Edinburgh Waverley is a major transportation hub connecting Edinburgh, situated between the city's Old and New Towns, and various popular cities across the UK. As the second busiest train station in Scotland, it offers convenient transportation from various providers, including LNER, TransPennine and ScotRail. Notable areas which are directly accessible via Edinburgh Waverley include London King's Cross, Manchester Airport Station and Glasgow Queen Street amongst countless others.
Within a 10-minute walk, you can access iconic attractions like Princes Street Gardens, an oasis with landscaped gardens and views of Edinburgh Castle, and Scott Monument, a striking Gothic tower honoring Sir Walter Scott, offering panoramic city views. Don't miss out on the beauty of the station itself - a fascinating blend of historic and modern elements that unites Victorian ironwork and expansive glass roofing for a bright and open atmosphere.
Which train companies run trains to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
Providers that offer services to and from Edinburgh (Waverley) include: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Grand Central, LNER and Lumo. Please note that journey duration and price can vary depending on who you travel with.
What are Edinburgh (Waverley)'s opening hours?
For Edinburgh (Waverley), the first train typically departs at 0:00 and the final train departs at 23:59, but be sure to check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.
Pick up & drop off at Edinburgh (Waverley)
Edinburgh (Waverley) has a designated car park, pick-up and drop-off point, offering passengers a seamless beginning or ending to their journey.
Connectivity of the Edinburgh (Waverley)?
With frequent trains to Edinburgh (Waverley) from hubs like London, London Kings Cross, Glasgow, Newcastle and Manchester, travel to and from the station is convenient. Complementary options like buses and taxis are also available for further transit, but checking availability in advance is recommended.
Edinburgh (Waverley) Live Timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Edinburgh (Waverley). Check it now to plan your next journey.
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Station Details
Address: Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Facilities
ATM
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Cabstand
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
How to buy cheap train tickets to Edinburgh (Waverley)
Book in Advance
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