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Alness to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Alness to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €36.14, with average prices for this route around €97.01. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Fri, Aug 29
    From €39.49
  • Sat, Aug 30
    From €39.49
  • Sun, Aug 31
    From €39.49
  • Mon, Sep 1
    From €39.49
  • Tue, Sep 2
    From €39.49
  • Wed, Sep 3
    From €36.14
  • Thu, Sep 4
    From €39.49
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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17:59
Alness
00:07+1
Edinburgh Park
6h 8m, Changes requiredScotRail
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20:13
Alness
08:28+1
Edinburgh (Waverley)
12h 15m, Changes requiredScotRail
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20:13
Alness
08:52+1
Edinburgh Airport (By Bus or Tram)
12h 39m, Changes requiredScotRail
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23:10
Alness
09:34+1
Edinburgh (Waverley)
10h 24m, Changes requiredScotRail
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23:10
Alness
09:35+1
Edinburgh (Waverley)
10h 25m, Changes requiredScotRail
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23:10
Alness
09:39+1
Paris
10h 29m, Changes requiredScotRail
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Alness to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:55
Last train
Last train
23:10
Departure station
Departure station
Alness
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh
Journey time
Journey time
4h 20m
Distance
Distance
205 km
Price
Price
€36.14*
Train operators
Train operators
ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Alness to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Alness to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Alness to Edinburgh for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Alness to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Alness to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Alness to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Alness to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.