Train from Edinburgh to Alnwick: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Edinburgh to Alnwick on January 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Waverley
AlnmouthCheapest
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
AlnmouthFastest
CrossCountryTrain
Waverley
AlnmouthNo tags
London North Eastern RailwayTrain
Waverley
AlnmouthNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
Waverley
AlnmouthNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Alnwick

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Alnwick. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
1h 40mAverage Duration
69 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$16 - $80Average Duration4h 55m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$7 - $129Average Duration1h 5m
3kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$16 - $16Average Duration1h 40m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Alnwick by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Alnwick?

    The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Alnwick start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to Alnwick?

    The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to Alnwick is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 72 miles (116 km). The quickest train can get you there in 58m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.

  3. Which train operators service the Edinburgh to Alnwick route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to Alnwick?

    The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to Alnwick at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Alnwick?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is CrossCountry, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 46 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Alnwick?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Edinburgh to Alnwick?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is London North Eastern Railway, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Alnwick?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01/24
$21
01/25
$20
Today
$20
01/27
$20
01/28
No data
01/29
$12
01/30
$12
01/31
$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Alnwick was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Alnwick, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $123 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Alnwick based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2026-01-30.

Usually CrossCountry will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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