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Coventry to Edinburgh train prices and times
Looking to travel from Coventry to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £17.25, with average prices for this route around £26.00.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
- Fri, Apr 25From £22.00
- Sat, Apr 26From £22.00
- Sun, Apr 27From £18.00
- Mon, Apr 28From £22.00
- Tue, Apr 29From £22.00
- Wed, Apr 30From £22.00
- Thu, May 1From £17.25
Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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01:11 Coventry | 10:18 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 9h 7m, No direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
05:33 Coventry | 11:20 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 5h 47m, No direct | West Midlands Trains![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:15 Coventry | 11:37 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 5h 22m, No direct | West Midlands Trains![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:15 Coventry | 12:07 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 5h 52m, No direct | West Midlands Trains![]() | Find Tickets |
07:27 Coventry | 12:20 Edinburgh (Waverley) | 4h 53m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:30 Coventry | 12:20 Paris | 4h 50m, No direct | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
Coventry to Edinburgh train route details

First train
01:11

Last train
21:30

Journey time
4h 43m

Distance
255 miles

Price
£17.25*
How to book cheap train tickets from Coventry to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Coventry to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Coventry to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Coventry to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Coventry to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Coventry to Edinburgh train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Coventry to Edinburgh with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.