The average train between Lichfield and Edinburgh takes 5h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Lichfield 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Lichfield and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lichfield is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Lichfield Trent Valley and take an average of 5h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lichfield to Edinburgh? 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 Lichfield to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Lichfield station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.
Lichfield to Edinburgh train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Stafford station.
Lichfield to Edinburgh train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Lichfield to Edinburgh train tickets online with West Midlands Trains and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Lichfield and Edinburgh is 374.4 km. The road distance is 456 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Stafford to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £95–160 and the journey takes 3h 37m.