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It takes an average of 10h 44m to travel from Swansea to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 301 miles (484 km). There are normally 53 trains per day travelling from Swansea to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £67.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:34 | |
| Departure station | Swansea | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 7h 21m | |
| Distance | 301 miles (484 km) | |
| Frequency | 53 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £67.50 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Travelling from Swansea to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
Looking to travel from Swansea to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 10 hours 44 minutes to travel from Swansea to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 21 minutes though. You'll usually find 53 trains per day running along the 301 miles (484 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Edinburgh (Waverley), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to get to Edinburgh (Waverley). As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Swansea to Edinburgh (Waverley) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £67.50.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Swansea 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.