How much is the train ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh start from ARS 53 298. The average price for this train route is around ARS 107 494. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh?

The average train journey time from Liverpool to Edinburgh is 3h 24m, covering a distance of 283 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Liverpool to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Liverpool to Edinburgh?

The earliest train from Liverpool to Edinburgh departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 20:13.

Train Liverpool to Edinburgh from ARS 57 749

Next train departures

Next departures from Liverpool to Edinburgh on 11 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	23:41	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 19m	11:32	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	16:12	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	19:40	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Edinburgh on 12 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	23:41	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 19m	11:32	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	16:12	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	19:40	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Edinburgh on 13 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	23:41	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 19m	11:32	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	16:12	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	19:40	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Edinburgh on 14 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	23:41	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 19m	11:32	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	16:12	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	19:40	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Edinburgh on 15 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	23:41	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 19m	11:32	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	16:12	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 28m	19:40	Waverley	No tags

Next departures from Liverpool to Edinburgh on 16 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 18m	11:31	Haymarket	Fastest
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 24m	11:37	Waverley	No tags
Train	08:13	Liverpool Lime Street	3h 18m	11:31	Haymarket	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 3 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 53 298, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 24mAverage duration

283 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceARS 43 055 - ARS 242 006	Average duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceARS 53 298 - ARS 244 360	Average duration3h 24m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Liverpool and Edinburgh?

Liverpool

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Liverpool One
Canning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
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Edinburgh

A
Haymarket
Rosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
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B
Waverley
Boots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
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C
Gateway
Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
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D
Edinburgh Park
Edinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
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E
Bus Station
13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.6/523 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi5.0

Based on 23 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained about the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 53 298

GB train companies: RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Liverpool to Edinburgh by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh start from ARS 53 298. The average price for this train route is around ARS 107 494. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Liverpool to Edinburgh is 3h 24m, covering a distance of 283 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Liverpool to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Liverpool to Edinburgh departs at 07:25. And the latest train departs at 20:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/05

ARS 136 282

08/05

ARS 136 524

Today

No data

10/05

No data

11/05

ARS 107 479

12/05

ARS 97 336

13/05

ARS 102 144

14/05

ARS 97 336

The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Edinburgh was searched and found on 12 May 2026 with a price of ARS 97 336

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Liverpool to Edinburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ARS 97 336 to ARS 267 685 for a train ticket from Liverpool to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 97 336, which is on 2026-05-12.