Cheap Train Tickets from Reading to Edinburgh
For a train from Reading to Edinburgh, advance tickets can be as low as £39.40, while fares on average are £159.66. To secure the cheapest train ticket, it is advisable to book in advance and avoid peak times. For more affordable options, please refer to our train ticket calendar.
Reading to Edinburgh Live Train Timetable
Check out trains from Reading to Edinburgh today (25 Apr 2024) using our timetable below, including train times, live train status, departure/arrival stations, duration, train operators, and other journey details. You can view the full day or a different day train timetable here.
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| Departs | Arrives | Status | Duration | Operator | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12:47 Reading | 18:27 Edinburgh (Waverley) | On time | 5h 40m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
13:07 Reading | 19:04 Edinburgh (Waverley) | On time | 5h 57m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
13:15 Reading | 20:05 Edinburgh (Waverley) | On time | 6h 50m | CrossCountry | Find tickets | |
13:20 Reading | 19:09 Edinburgh (Waverley) | On time | 5h 49m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
13:33 Reading | 19:11 Edinburgh (Waverley) | On time | 5h 38m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
13:48 Reading | 19:22 Edinburgh (Waverley) | On time | 5h 34m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
14:11 Reading | 20:05 Edinburgh (Waverley) | On time | 5h 54m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
14:11 Reading | 20:10 Edinburgh (Waverley) | On time | 5h 59m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets | |
14:15 Reading | 20:24 Edinburgh (Waverley) | On time | 6h 9m | CrossCountry | Find tickets | |
14:19 Reading | 20:31 Edinburgh Gateway | On time | 6h 12m | Great Western Railway | Find tickets |
Reading to Edinburgh Train Journey Information
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| First train | 03:54 |
|---|---|
| Last train | 22:26 |
| Departure station | Reading |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh |
| Distance | 324 miles |
| Journey time | From 5h 32m |
| Price | From £61.18 |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Caledonian Sleeper |
Reading to Edinburgh Train Travel Guide
Train travel from Reading to Edinburgh offers convenient and efficient commuting or exploration for passengers to enjoy timely arrivals. Consult our Train Journey Planner for a flawless travel experience.
Plan Your Train Journey
The train from Reading to Edinburgh takes approximately 5h 32m. The first train departs at 03:54 and the last train leaves at 22:26. 67 trains run daily from Reading to Edinburgh. Use our Train Journey Planner and Timetable for more details.
Book Cheap Train Tickets
Train tickets from Reading to Edinburgh are available with Split Ticket and Advance tickets. The average fare is around £159.66, while the cheapest fare is £39.40. Besides, you can book cheap tickets on off-peak time, which usually begin at 09:30.(Intercity Off-Peak times: Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00) . Accurate ticket prices vary depending on the time of day, route, and class selected.
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