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Trip Overview

The average train between Cherbourg and Edinburgh takes 13h 37m and the fastest train takes 10h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Cherbourg to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 37m
Duration
902 mi
Distance
£343
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Cherbourg to Paris Saint-Lazaretrain train K2+
  2. Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Intltrain train Eil
  3. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train
11h 1m
£284–502

Cherbourg to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cherbourg and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cherbourg is at 7:17 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 1:29 PM. All services require a transfer at Paris Saint-Lazare and take an average of 13h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 901.6 mi
  • Duration: 13h 37m

What companies run services between Cherbourg, Normandy, France and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cherbourg to Edinburgh Waverley via Paris Saint-Lazare, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Gare Magenta, Paris Nord, London St Pancras Intl, and King's Cross in around 11h 1m.

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