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Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train

First train

04:21

Last train

20:55

Departure station

Letchworth Garden City

Arrival station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Journey time

From 4h 12m

Distance

300 miles (482 km)

Frequency

46 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

CrossCountry, Hull Trains, Great Northern, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Railway, Lumo

About the train journey from Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley)

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

The train from Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley) usually takes 6 hours 29 minutes on average to travel 300 miles (482 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 4 hours 12 minutes. You can expect to find 46 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change 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, Lumo or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.

You can save money on train tickets from Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley) take?

The average journey time by train between Letchworth Garden City and Edinburgh (Waverley) is 6 hours and 29 minutes, with around 46 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 Letchworth Garden City and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley) is 4 hours and 12 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

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

What time does the first train from Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley) leave?

The first train from Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley) leaves at 04:21. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley) leave?

The last train from Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley) leaves at 20:55. 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 Letchworth Garden City and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?

Trains travelling from Letchworth Garden City to Edinburgh (Waverley) cover a distance of around 300 miles (482 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from Letchworth Garden City 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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