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Prescot to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Prescot to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €18.31, with average prices for this route around €18.31.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
20:04 3h 41m, Changes required Prescot	23:45 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
20:35 10h 12m, Changes required Prescot	06:47 +1 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
23:34 8h 52m, Changes required Prescot	08:26 +1 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
23:34 10h 7m, Changes required Prescot	09:41 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Prescot to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train

07:04

Last train

23:34

Departure station

Prescot

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

3h 14m

Distance

283 km

Price

€18.31*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Prescot to Edinburgh

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 Prescot to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.

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 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 Prescot to Edinburgh, 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 Prescot 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

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.

Prescot to Edinburgh train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Prescot to Edinburgh with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Trains from Prescot to Edinburgh from €18.31

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Prescot to Edinburgh Train prices and times

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