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Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train

First train

05:10

Last train

23:11

Departure station

Alexandria

Arrival station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Journey time

From 1h 43m

Distance

54 miles (87 km)

Frequency

31 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper

How to travel from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley)? Look no further.

You'll usually find 31 trains per day running between Alexandria and Edinburgh (Waverley), which usually take 2 hours 11 minutes to complete the 54 miles (87 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 43 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both ScotRail and CrossCountry trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Edinburgh (Waverley)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) take?

The average journey time by train between Alexandria and Edinburgh (Waverley) is 2 hours and 11 minutes, with around 31 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Alexandria and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) is 1 hour and 43 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

No, there are no direct train services from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley). Travelling from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) leave?

The first train from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) leaves at 05:10. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) leave?

The last train from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) leaves at 23:11. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Alexandria and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?

Trains travelling from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley) cover a distance of around 54 miles (87 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Edinburgh (Waverley) to Alexandria.

Cheap train tickets from Alexandria to Edinburgh (Waverley)

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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