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Trip Overview

The average train between West Midlands and Edinburgh takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 4h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from West Midlands 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.

5h 19m
Duration
290 mi
Distance
£113
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

West Midlands to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between West Midlands and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from West Midlands is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 10:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 36m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 33m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast10h 10m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 31m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast10h 10m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 31m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast10h 10m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 31m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast10h 9m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 30m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 30m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast5h 4m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast5h 2m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast5h 1m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast5h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 31m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 30m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast4h 32m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from West Midlands 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 West Midlands to Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 289.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between West Midlands, Sandwell, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wolverhampton to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £95–150 and the journey takes 3h 52m.

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