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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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26

train journeys
per day

387

miles (623 kms)

7hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

05:24 / 05:08

first / last train

10

direct trains

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Edinburgh Waverley , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 387 miles (623 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 43 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:24
    8 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:24
    8 hrs 44 mins Direct
    14:08
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    7 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    8 hrs 41 mins Direct
    15:01
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    8 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    8 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:37
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    8 hrs 39 mins Direct
    16:06
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    7 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:18
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    8 hrs 41 mins Direct
    17:08
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    8 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    17:23
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    8 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    17:40
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    8 hrs 40 mins Direct
    18:07
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    7 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    18:21
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    8 hrs 37 mins Direct
    19:04
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:27
    8 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:27
    8 hrs 38 mins Direct
    20:05
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:27
    7 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    20:24
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:27
    8 hrs 37 mins Direct
    21:04
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:27
    8 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    21:38
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:27
    8 hrs 47 mins Direct
    22:14
    Plymouth
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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

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 Plymouth and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Plymouth and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 05:08.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Plymouth to Edinburgh Waverley

GWR, First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Edinburgh Waverley.

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