Allerton to Edinburgh by train

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Overview: trains from Allerton to Edinburgh

Find the key information for travelling by train from Allerton 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 00:27 View journey
Last train 23:53 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 39m View journey
Distance (km) 289
Trains / day 56 View all
Cheapest journey CA$105.30 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 44m
Train operators 12

Travelling by train from Allerton to Edinburgh

Ready to travel from Allerton to Edinburgh by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Allerton and Edinburgh

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: CA$105.30

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Train times for travel between Allerton and Edinburgh

If you are taking the train from Allerton to Edinburgh, you will have 56 trains each day (with a departure every 7 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 00:33. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:53. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:27, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:53.

Average train travel time from Allerton to Edinburgh

The quickest time by train is 3 hours and 39 minutes, travelling a total distance of 289 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Allerton and Edinburgh?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Allerton and Edinburgh 4 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your trip to Edinburgh

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Edinburgh.

FAQs about the train journey from Allerton to Edinburgh

Want to know more about your journey from Allerton to Edinburgh? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Allerton to Edinburgh covers 289 kilometres in total.

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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.