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Outbound fromThornaby to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
It takes an average of 3h 24m to travel from Thornaby to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 122 miles (196 km). There are normally 55 trains per day travelling from Thornaby to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from £14.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:32 | |
| Departure station | Thornaby | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) | |
| Journey time | From 2h 26m | |
| Distance | 122 miles (196 km) | |
| Frequency | 55 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £14.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Travel from Thornaby to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train in 2 hours 26 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Thornaby to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Thornaby to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train is 3 hours 24 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours 26 minutes. You'll usually find 55 trains per day travelling the 122 miles (196 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Edinburgh (Waverley). You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo or TransPennine Express on your way to Edinburgh (Waverley), as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Thornaby to Edinburgh (Waverley) start from £14.60 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Edinburgh (Waverley), including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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