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Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 27.720, with average prices for this route around BHD 27.720.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
10:13 6 hours 28 minutes, Changes required Alton	16:41 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
10:13 7 hours 1 minute, Changes required Alton	17:14 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
10:43 6 hours 40 minutes, Changes required Alton	17:23 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
11:14 7 hours 2 minutes, Changes required Alton	18:16 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
11:43 6 hours 44 minutes, Changes required Alton	18:27 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
12:14 6 hours 50 minutes, Changes required Alton	19:04 Paris	Find Tickets

Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details

First train

05:39

Last train

23:14

Departure station

Alton

Arrival station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Journey time

6 hours 28 minutes

Distance

554 km

Price

BHD 27.720*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

How to book cheap train tickets from Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley) 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley) for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley), 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 Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley) 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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Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times

Alton to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details