How much does a train ticket cost from Reading to Edinburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Edinburgh start from £107. The average price for this train route is around £107. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Reading to Edinburgh?

The average train journey time from Reading to Edinburgh is 6h 19m, covering a distance of 323 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 19m and is operated by CrossCountry .

Which train operators serve the Reading to Edinburgh route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Reading to Edinburgh?

The earliest train from Reading to Edinburgh departs at 15:44. And the latest train departs at 15:44.

Train Reading to Edinburgh from £107

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Reading to Edinburgh on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:15	Reading	6h 54m	14:09	Waverley	No tags
Train	06:45	Reading	6h 20m	13:05	Waverley	No tags
Train	07:15	Reading	6h 48m	14:03	Waverley	No tags
Train	11:45	Reading	6h 23m	18:08	Waverley	No tags
Train	15:44	Reading	6h 19m	22:03	Waverley	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Reading to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8h 10mAverage duration

323 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£39 - £119	Average duration15h 23m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£107 - £107	Average duration6h 19m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£39 - £39	Average duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Train Companies

CrossCountry

4.5/544 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi4.1

Based on 44 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the value for money. CrossCountry ticket prices on this trip start at £107

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reading to Edinburgh by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Reading to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Reading to Edinburgh start from £107. The average price for this train route is around £107. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Reading to Edinburgh?
The average train journey time from Reading to Edinburgh is 6h 19m, covering a distance of 323 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 19m and is operated by CrossCountry.
Which train operators serve the Reading to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Reading to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from Reading to Edinburgh departs at 15:44. And the latest train departs at 15:44.