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Trip Overview

The average train between Reston and Edinburgh takes 42 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. The train service runs several times per day from Reston 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.

42 min
Duration
46 mi
Distance
£18
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Reston to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Reston and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Reston is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 11:24 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 42 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 44 min • Direct
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    train train 44 min • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 42 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 42 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 42 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 40 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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    train train 42 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 46 min • Direct
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    train train 53 min • Direct
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    train train 38 min • Direct
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    train train 41 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reston 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.

Map of how to get from Reston to Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 45.9 mi
  • Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Reston, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Reston to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 44 min. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route once daily.

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