How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Edinburgh start from £211. The average price for this train route is around £211. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

The average train journey time from Nottingham to Edinburgh is 4h 47m, covering a distance of 223 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 47m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Edinburgh?

The earliest train from Nottingham to Edinburgh departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 12:16.

Train Nottingham to Edinburgh from £211

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Nottingham to Edinburgh on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:07	Nottingham	4h 55m	23:02	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:16	Nottingham	4h 47m	17:03	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:04	Nottingham	5h 3m	12:07	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:04	Nottingham	5h 3m	12:07	Waverley	No tags
Train	12:16	Nottingham	4h 47m	17:03	Waverley	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Nottingham to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

5h 50mAverage duration

223 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£19 - £118	Average duration10h 21m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£211 - £211	Average duration4h 47m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£26 - £26	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Nottingham and Edinburgh?

Nottingham

A
Coach Station
Broad March Bus Station, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1
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Edinburgh

A
Waverley
Boots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
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B
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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C
Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
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D
Gateway
Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
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E
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £212

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nottingham to Edinburgh by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Nottingham to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Nottingham to Edinburgh start from £211. The average price for this train route is around £211. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Nottingham to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Nottingham to Edinburgh is 4h 47m, covering a distance of 223 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 47m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Nottingham to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Nottingham to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Edinburgh departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 12:16.