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: £60.44

  • 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

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

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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 55 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.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance between Allerton and Edinburgh by train?

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

How much is a train ticket from Allerton to Edinburgh?

The lowest price on this route is £60.44. Tickets booked 30 days in advance cost around , while those booked 7 days in advance are around .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Allerton to Edinburgh?

Tickets for travel between Allerton to Edinburgh are available 4 months before departure.

How long does the train take from Allerton to Edinburgh?

The fastest journey takes 3 hours and 39 minutes.