Compare 2 ways to go from Derby to Edinburgh.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$95 - $375 | Average Duration4h 20m | 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | FastestMost eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average Price$28 - $39 | Average Duration5h 20m | 15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Cheapest |
Busbud recommends taking the train from Derby to EdinburghAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Derby to Edinburgh: Trip Overview
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Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $95.00
Derby to Edinburgh Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Derby to Edinburgh was searched and found on May 1, 2025 with a price of $91To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Derby to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $91 to $357 for a train ticket from Derby to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2025-05-04.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Derby and Edinburgh is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Edinburgh.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Edinburgh, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Derby and Edinburgh compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Derby to Edinburgh while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
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