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It takes an average of 9h 25m to travel from Parkstone (Dorset) to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 365 miles (587 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Parkstone (Dorset) to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £99.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:59 | |
| Departure station | Parkstone (Dorset) | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 17m | |
| Distance | 365 miles (587 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £99.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, South Western Railway, Southern, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Parkstone (Dorset) to Edinburgh (Waverley) in 7 hours 17 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Parkstone (Dorset) to Edinburgh (Waverley)? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 25 minutes to travel the 365 miles (587 km) from Parkstone (Dorset) to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 36 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to Edinburgh (Waverley). As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Parkstone (Dorset) to Edinburgh (Waverley) in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £99.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Parkstone (Dorset) 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.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.