Edinburgh to Ormskirk by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Edinburgh to Ormskirk? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 266 kilometres.

Train cost between Edinburgh to Ormskirk

Getting from Edinburgh to Ormskirk by rail typically costs US$71.50, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train times for travel between Edinburgh and Ormskirk

If you are taking the train from Edinburgh to Ormskirk, you will have 16 trains each day (with a departure every 1 hour and 5 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:12. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:13. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:13, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 19:57.

Train travel time and distance from Edinburgh to Ormskirk

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 3 minutes. The total distance travelled is 266 kilometres.

When are tickets between Edinburgh and Ormskirk available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Edinburgh and Ormskirk can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Edinburgh to Ormskirk by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Ormskirk.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Edinburgh to Ormskirk by train?

The total distance between Edinburgh and Ormskirk by train is 266 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Ormskirk?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$71.50. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Edinburgh to Ormskirk train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available 5 months before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Ormskirk?

The quickest journey is 3 hours and 3 minutes.