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Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway, starting from CAD 49.74 and averaging CAD 49.74. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 21m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:07 4h 39m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	21:46 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
18:07 4h 38m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	22:45 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
19:07 7h 7m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	02:14 +1 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
19:07 11h 2m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	06:09 +1 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
21:03 12h 47m, Changes required Birmingham New Street	09:50 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway Train Route Details

First train

00:36

Last train

21:03

Departure station

Birmingham

Arrival station

Edinburgh Gateway

Journey time

4h 21m

Distance

396 km

Price

CAD 49.74*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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 Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway, 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%

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 Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway 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

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway 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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Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway Train prices and times

Birmingham to Edinburgh Gateway Train Route Details