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Outbound fromChatham to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
It takes an average of 9h 39m to travel from Chatham to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 350 miles (564 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Chatham to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £103.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:28 | |
| Departure station | Chatham | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 35m | |
| Distance | 350 miles (564 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £103.20 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from Chatham to Edinburgh (Waverley)
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The train from Chatham to Edinburgh (Waverley) usually takes 9 hours 39 minutes on average to travel 350 miles (564 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 7 hours 35 minutes. You can expect to find 7 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Edinburgh (Waverley), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or Southeastern, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Chatham to Edinburgh (Waverley) if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £103.20. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Chatham to Edinburgh (Waverley)
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Chatham to Edinburgh (Waverley) is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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