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Edinburgh to Five Ways Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Five Ways? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £26.00, with average prices for this route around £59.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
16:52 4h 34m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	21:26 Five Ways	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
17:07 5h 19m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	22:26 Five Ways	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
18:07 11h 39m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	05:46 +1 Five Ways	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
18:52 10h 54m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	05:46 +1 Five Ways	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
20:12 11h 6m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	07:18 +1 Five Ways	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
21:00 11h 46m, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	08:46 +1 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Edinburgh to Five Ways Train Route Details

First train

06:52

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Five Ways

Journey time

4h 34m

Distance

396 km

Price

£26.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Five Ways

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 Edinburgh to Five Ways can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Edinburgh to Five Ways, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

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 Edinburgh to Five Ways 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.

Edinburgh to Five Ways 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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Edinburgh to Five Ways Train prices and times

Edinburgh to Five Ways Train Route Details