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Widnes to Edinburgh train route details

First train
First train
06:43
Last train
Last train
22:29
Departure city
Departure city
Widnes
Arrival city
Arrival city
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
3h 28m
Distance
Distance
179 miles
Price
Price
SAR 73.64*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

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15:26
4h 14m, 2 change
Widnes
19:40
Edinburgh (Waverley)
NorthernTransPennine Express
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15:29
4h 11m, 2 change
Hough Green
19:40
Edinburgh (Waverley)
NorthernTransPennine Express
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15:50
3h 50m, 2 change
Widnes
19:40
Edinburgh (Waverley)
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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16:50
3h 34m, 1 change
Widnes
20:24
Edinburgh (Waverley)
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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16:53
4h 45m, 2 change
Widnes
21:38
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Northern
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16:56
4h 42m, 2 change
Hough Green
21:38
Paris
Northern
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How to book cheap train tickets from Widnes to Edinburgh

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Group travel deals

Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Widnes to Edinburgh more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Widnes and Edinburgh on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.
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Book in advance

Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Widnes to Edinburgh when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.

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