The average train between Edinburgh and Harlech takes 9h 14m and the fastest train takes 7h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Harlech. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Harlech. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Harlech at 2:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 9h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Harlech? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Harlech station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.
Edinburgh to Harlech train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Harlech train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Harlech station.
Book your Edinburgh to Harlech train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Edinburgh and Harlech is 349 km. The road distance is 594 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Harlech via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 9h 10m.