Edinburgh to Ramsgate by train

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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Ramsgate

Find the key information for travelling by train from Edinburgh to Ramsgate, 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 05:40 View journey
Last train 23:56 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 5hr 57m View journey
Distance (km) 596
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey US$136.00 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 32m
Train operators 10

From Edinburgh to Ramsgate by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Edinburgh to Ramsgate by train. With 28 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Cost of train tickets between Edinburgh and Ramsgate

The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Ramsgate start at US$136.00. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Edinburgh to Ramsgate is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 3 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Departure frequency and timetable from Edinburgh to Ramsgate

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Edinburgh to Ramsgate:

  • 05:40 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:40 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 06:15 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:56 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 28 minutes from Edinburgh toward Ramsgate.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 28 trains serving this route each day.

Train travel time and distance from Edinburgh to Ramsgate

Trains can complete this route in as little as 5 hours and 57 minutes. The total distance travelled is 596 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Edinburgh to Ramsgate?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 3 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Additional information on train travel from Edinburgh to Ramsgate

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Ramsgate city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Edinburgh to Ramsgate

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

The distance between Edinburgh and Ramsgate is 596 kilometres.

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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.