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Nottingham to Edinburgh by train
The journey from Nottingham to Edinburgh by train is 223.1 mi and takes 4 hrs 54 mins. There are 26 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:09 and the last at 19:34. It is possible to travel from Nottingham to Edinburgh by train for as little as £39.08 or as much as £195.61. The best price for this journey is £39.08.
| Lowest Price | £39.08 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 54 mins |
| Connection per Day | East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo 26 |
| Lowest Price | East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo £39.08 |
| Highest Price | East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo £195.61 |
| First Departure | East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo 05:09 |
| Last Departure | East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo 19:34 |
| Distance | East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo 223.1 mi |
| Departure | East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo Nottingham |
| Arrival | East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo Edinburgh |
| Carriers | East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains, Lumo |
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Edinburgh
The cheapest Nottingham - Edinburgh train tickets can be found for as low as £33.00 if you’re lucky, or £70.93 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £178.22.
Find the best day to travel to Edinburgh by train
When travelling to Edinburgh by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway and Northern Rail from Nottingham to Edinburgh
Compare services on board when travelling from Nottingham to Edinburgh by train.
| Facilities | East Midlands Railway | London North Eastern Railway | Northern Rail | Avanti West Coast | ScotRail | West Midlands Railway | Hull Trains | Lumo |
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Nottingham to Edinburgh CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
25.13kg
Bus
26.93kg
Flight
71.81kg
Car
57.45kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Nottingham to Edinburgh by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Nottingham and Edinburgh are 25.13kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Nottingham and Edinburgh? By taking the train between Nottingham and Edinburgh you will save 46.68kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.8kg compared to a bus and 32.32kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Nottingham to Edinburgh?
A train ticket from Nottingham to Edinburgh is £150.63. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £39.08.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Nottingham to Edinburgh?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Nottingham to Edinburgh is £39.08. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Nottingham and Edinburgh by train?
Nottingham to Edinburgh is 223.1 mi.
How long does the train between Nottingham and Edinburgh take?
Nottingham to Edinburgh is on average 4 hrs 54 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 16 mins.
Which companies operate from Nottingham to Edinburgh?
The train journey from Nottingham to Edinburgh is covered by 9 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, Hull Trains and Lumo.
How many train connections per day go from Nottingham to Edinburgh?
Nottingham to Edinburgh has 26 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Nottingham to Edinburgh leave?
The earliest train from Nottingham to Edinburgh departs at 05:09. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Nottingham to Edinburgh depart?
The latest train from Nottingham to Edinburgh departs at 19:34. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Nottingham to Edinburgh in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £39.08 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Nottingham to Edinburgh by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Nottingham and Edinburgh is 4 hrs 16 mins.
Is there a direct train from Nottingham to Edinburgh?
Yes, there is a direct train between Nottingham and Edinburgh.
What are the CO2 emissions for Nottingham to Edinburgh by train?
The train journey from Nottingham to Edinburgh creates 25.13kg of CO2 emissions.