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Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train

First train

20:21

Last train

20:21

Departure station

Horley

Arrival station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Journey time

From 15h 9m

Distance

353 miles (568 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway

About the train journey from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley)

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

The train from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley) usually takes 15 hours 24 minutes on average to travel 353 miles (568 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 15 hours 9 minutes. You can expect to find 1 train per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 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 Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.

You can save money on train tickets from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley) if you book in advance, 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!

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Horley 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 Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley) take?

The average journey time by train between Horley and Edinburgh (Waverley) is 15 hours and 24 minutes, with around 1 train 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 Horley and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley) is 15 hours and 9 minutes.

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

No, there are no direct train services from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley). Travelling from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

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

The first train from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley) leaves at 20:21. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley) leaves at 20:21. 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 Horley and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?

Trains travelling from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley) cover a distance of around 353 miles (568 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Horley to Edinburgh (Waverley)

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Consider a Season Ticket

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Use your Railcard

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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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