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Liverpool to Edinburgh train prices and times

Planning a journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £10.25, with average prices for this route around £25.20. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Apr 25
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Sun, Apr 27
From £10.50
Mon, Apr 28
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Tue, Apr 29
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Wed, Apr 30
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Thu, May 1
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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
00:18 Liverpool Lime Street	08:26 Edinburgh (Waverley)	8h 8m, No direct	Find Tickets
00:18 Liverpool Lime Street	09:05 Edinburgh (Waverley)	8h 47m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:20 Liverpool Lime Street	10:07 Edinburgh (Waverley)	4h 47m, No direct	Find Tickets
05:43 Liverpool Lime Street	09:40 Edinburgh (Waverley)	3h 57m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:45 Liverpool Lime Street	10:18 Edinburgh (Waverley)	3h 33m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:44 Liverpool Lime Street	11:37 Paris	3h 53m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Liverpool to Edinburgh train route details

First train

00:18

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Liverpool

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

3h 25m

Distance

177 miles

Price

£10.25*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Liverpool to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Liverpool to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Liverpool to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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%.

Trains from Liverpool to Edinburgh from £10.25*

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Liverpool to Edinburgh train prices and times

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