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Old Street to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Old Street to Edinburgh, starting from AU$81.74 and averaging AU$438.19. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 46m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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12:25
Old Street
17:23
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 58m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernLNER
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12:25
Old Street
18:16
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 51m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernThameslinkLNER
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12:55
Old Street
18:16
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 21m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernLNER
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13:25
Old Street
18:27
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 2m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernLNER
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13:25
Old Street
19:09
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 44m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernThameslinkLNER
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13:40
Old Street
19:04
Paris
5h 24m, Changes requiredGreat NorthernGrand CentralCrossCountry
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Old Street to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:15
Last train
Last train
22:45
Departure station
Departure station
Old Street
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
4h 46m
Distance
Distance
533 km
Price
Price
AU$81.74*
Train operators
Train operators
CrossCountry, Great Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Old Street to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Old Street to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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%

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 traveling from Old Street 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%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Old Street to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Old Street to Edinburgh train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.