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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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25

train journeys
per day

312

miles (502 kms)

5hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

06:35 / 01:27

first / last train

11

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Temple Meads and Edinburgh Waverley , with 11 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 312 miles (502 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 45 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    5 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    12:19
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    6 hrs 29 mins Direct
    13:04
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    6 hrs 33 mins Direct
    14:08
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    5 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    6 hrs 26 mins Direct
    15:01
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    6 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    6 hrs 31 mins Direct
    16:06
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    5 hrs 43 mins 1 change
    16:18
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    6 hrs 33 mins Direct
    17:08
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    6 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    6 hrs 32 mins Direct
    18:07
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:35
    5 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    18:21
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:35
    6 hrs 29 mins Direct
    19:04
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:35
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:35
    6 hrs 30 mins Direct
    20:05
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:35
    5 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    20:24
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:35
    6 hrs 29 mins Direct
    21:04
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:35
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    21:38
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:35
    6 hrs 39 mins Direct
    22:14
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley

About Bristol Temple Meads Station

Station name Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Bristol Temple Meads and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:27.

First class tickets on trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Edinburgh Waverley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Edinburgh Waverley can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 11 direct services per day from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverley

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Edinburgh Waverley.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Edinburgh Waverley, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.