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Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 17,81 EUR, with average prices for this route around 23,74 EUR. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
19:56 10 tuntia 52 minuuttia, Changes required Nelson	06:48 +1 Edinburgh (Waverley)		Find Tickets
22:56 10 tuntia 44 minuuttia, Changes required Nelson	09:40 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details

First train

05:56

Last train

22:56

Departure station

Nelson

Arrival station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Journey time

4 tuntia 22 minuuttia

Distance

244 km

Price

17,81 EUR*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley) during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley) 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley), you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley) 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times

Nelson to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details