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Edinburgh to Alexandria Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh to Alexandria? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as 26,81 €, with average prices for this route around 27,89 €.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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    From 26,81 €
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    From 26,81 €
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:50
Edinburgh (Waverley)
06:29
Alexandria
1h 39m, Changes requiredCaledonian SleeperScotRail
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05:18
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:29
Alexandria
2h 11m, Changes requiredScotRail
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06:00
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:58
Alexandria
1h 58m, Changes requiredScotRail
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06:18
Edinburgh Park
08:29
Alexandria
2h 11m, Changes requiredScotRail
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06:48
Edinburgh Park
08:55
Alexandria
2h 7m, Changes requiredScotRail
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07:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
09:30
Paris
2h 0m, Changes requiredScotRail
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Edinburgh to Alexandria Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:50
Last train
Last train
22:15
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh
Arrival station
Arrival station
Alexandria
Journey time
Journey time
1h 39m
Distance
Distance
87 km
Price
Price
26,81 €*
Train operators
Train operators
Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Alexandria

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh to Alexandria can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to Alexandria for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh to Alexandria, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to Alexandria ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Edinburgh to Alexandria more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Alexandria Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.