Travelling from Berlin to Edinburgh by train

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

The fastest trains from Berlin to Edinburgh take around 14 hours and 46 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,141 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Berlin is scheduled to depart at around  00:10. The last departure is usually at around 23:52 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Berlin at around 00:11, with the last train leaving at around 23:52. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 63 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$126.00.

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 Berlin to Edinburgh?

The journey between Berlin and Edinburgh usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.

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

The Berlin to Edinburgh train travel takes about 14 hours and 46 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Berlin to Edinburgh train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving Berlin at around 00:10 and the last train leaving at around 23:52 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Berlin at around 00:11, with the final departure at 23:52.