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Trains from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley)

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Trains to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Ancaster

First train

05:47

Last train

18:30

Departure stationAncaster
Arrival stationEdinburgh (Waverley)
Journey time

From 4h 21m

Distance

231 miles (371 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express

What are the train times from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

Check out the next trains departing from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley) for Tuesday 20th October 2026 using our handy timetable below, including platform and live travel information. You can view the full day timetable or search for a different date here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
06:4711:084h 21m, 2 changes
08:2113:104h 49m, 2 changes
08:4313:294h 46m, 3 changes
08:4314:275h 44m, 2 changes
11:2615:344h 8m, 2 changes
13:4519:115h 26m, 3 changes
13:4519:335h 48m, 2 changes
16:2821:094h 41m, 2 changes
17:5123:355h 44m, 2 changes
17:5123:355h 44m, 3 changes

Trains to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Ancaster

Want to travel from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train? Start your journey with us.

It takes an average of 7 hours 15 minutes to travel from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train. You'll find on average 1 train per day running on this route.

There aren't any direct services on this line, but it's still easy to travel to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train; you'll need to make 2 changes.

London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express trains run on this route.

Generally, booking Advance train tickets works out cheaper.

See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

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

How do you get to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Ancaster?

To travel to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Ancaster, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 7 hours and 15 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 21 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

Trains from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley) take an average of 7 hours and 15 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 21 minutes. You'll usually find 1 train per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Ancaster and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?

The quickest journey time between Ancaster and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train is 4 hours and 21 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

No, there are no direct trains running from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley), you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

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2. Use a Railcard

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3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will 'split' your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

5. Consider a Season Ticket

Best for commuters, if you catch a train on the same route more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly, weekly and flexi options available, find out if a Season Ticket for Ancaster to Edinburgh (Waverley) is right for you.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
† 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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