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Bristol to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Bristol to Edinburgh (Waverley), starting from €46.07 and averaging €75.20. The entire journey takes no more than 5 hours 36 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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08:56
6 hours 28 minutes, Changes required
Bristol Parkway
15:24
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Great Western RailwayLNER
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09:42
5 hours 55 minutes, Changes required
Bristol Parkway
15:37
Edinburgh (Waverley)
CrossCountryAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express
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09:42
6 hours 24 minutes, Direct
Bristol Parkway
16:06
Edinburgh (Waverley)
CrossCountry
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10:42
5 hours 36 minutes, Changes required
Bristol Parkway
16:18
Edinburgh (Waverley)
CrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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10:42
6 hours 26 minutes, Direct
Bristol Parkway
17:08
Edinburgh (Waverley)
CrossCountry
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10:55
6 hours 28 minutes, Changes required
Bristol Parkway
17:23
Paris
Great Western RailwayLNER
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Bristol to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:03
Last train
Last train
22:42
Departure station
Departure station
Bristol
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Journey time
Journey time
5 hours 36 minutes
Distance
Distance
496 km
Price
Price
€46.07*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper

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

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bristol to Edinburgh (Waverley) can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Bristol 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%

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 Bristol 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

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 Bristol to Edinburgh (Waverley) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bristol to Edinburgh (Waverley) 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:

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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%.