St Albans to Edinburgh train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from St Albans to Edinburgh take around 4 hours and 59 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 504 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving St Albans is scheduled to depart at around  03:59. The last departure is usually at around 23:59 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave St Albans at around 04:25, with the last train leaving at around 23:47. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 65 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 9 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €82.44.

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 St Albans to Edinburgh?

The journey between St Albans and Edinburgh usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from St Albans to Edinburgh every weekday 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 at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from St Albans to Edinburgh?

The St Albans to Edinburgh train travel takes about 4 hours and 59 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the St Albans to Edinburgh train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving St Albans at around 03:59 and the last train leaving at around 23:59 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves St Albans at around 04:25, with the final departure at 23:47.