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Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Gateway Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Gateway? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as BHD 13.820, with average prices for this route around BHD 13.820.

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

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17:07
4 hours 39 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
21:46
Edinburgh Gateway
Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail
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18:07
4 hours 38 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
22:45
Edinburgh Gateway
Avanti West CoastScotRail
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19:07
7 hours 7 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
02:14
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Edinburgh Gateway
Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail
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19:07
11 hours 2 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
06:09
+1
Edinburgh Gateway
Avanti West CoastTransPennine ExpressScotRail
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21:22
12 hours 6 minutes, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
09:28
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Transport for WalesTransPennine ExpressCrossCountryScotRail
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Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Gateway Train Route Details

First train
First train
01:39
Last train
Last train
21:22
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham New Street
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh Gateway
Journey time
Journey time
4 hours 21 minutes
Distance
Distance
396 km
Price
Price
BHD 13.820*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Gateway

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Gateway 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

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 Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Gateway, 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 Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Gateway 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 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.

Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Gateway 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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.