Worcester to Edinburgh by train

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Overview: trains from Worcester to Edinburgh

Find the key information for travelling by train from Worcester to Edinburgh, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:30 View journey
Last train 22:47 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr View journey
Distance (km) 423
Trains / day 33 View all
Cheapest journey AU$221.92 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 33m
Train operators 12

Worcester to Edinburgh train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Worcester to Edinburgh by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Worcester to Edinburgh take around 5 hours, covering a distance of approximately 423 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Worcester is scheduled to depart at around  05:30. The last departure is usually at around 22:17 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Worcester at around 06:05, with the last train leaving at around 22:47. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$221.92.

We think any time is a great time to visit Edinburgh, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Edinburgh.

Is there a direct train from Worcester to Edinburgh?

The journey between Worcester and Edinburgh usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Worcester to Edinburgh every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Worcester to Edinburgh?

The Worcester to Edinburgh train travel takes about 5 hours, no matter when you leave.

What are the Worcester to Edinburgh train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving Worcester at around 05:30 and the last train leaving at around 22:17 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Worcester at around 06:05, with the final departure at 22:47.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.