Dublin to Edinburgh by train

Discover Dublin to Edinburgh by train

Planning a train adventure from Dublin to Edinburgh? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost from Dublin to Edinburgh

Ready to book tickets from Dublin to Edinburgh? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

• The cheapest tickets between Dublin and Edinburgh typically run €104.10.

• If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

• If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

• You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Dublin to Edinburgh departure timetable

On this route, 6 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Dublin at 02:15 and the last leaving at 22:35 during the week.

For weekend travel to Edinburgh, the earliest departure is at 02:15 and the last one is at 22:35. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 2 hours and 48 minutes.

How long does the train from Dublin to Edinburgh take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 8 hours and 29 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 351 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Dublin to Edinburgh trains

Tickets for travel to Edinburgh along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Additional information on train travel from Dublin to Edinburgh

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 Edinburgh city guide to start planning your getaway.