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Edinburgh to Elephant & Castle Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Edinburgh to Elephant & Castle? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as CAD 54.26, with average prices for this route around CAD 72.74. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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18:30
5h 55m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
00:25
+1
Elephant & Castle
LNER
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19:37
10h 47m, Changes required
Edinburgh (Waverley)
06:24
+1
Elephant & Castle
LNERThameslink
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19:58
9h 21m, Changes required
Edinburgh (Waverley)
05:19
+1
Elephant & Castle
LumoThameslink
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21:00
10h 40m, Changes required
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:40
+1
Elephant & Castle
LNERThameslink
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21:00
10h 50m, Changes required
Edinburgh (Waverley)
07:50
+1
Elephant & Castle
LNER
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21:31
10h 39m, Changes required
Edinburgh Park
08:10
+1
Paris
ScotRailCaledonian Sleeper
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Edinburgh to Elephant & Castle Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:40
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh
Arrival station
Arrival station
Elephant & Castle
Journey time
Journey time
4h 45m
Distance
Distance
536 km
Price
Price
CAD 54.26*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Elephant & Castle

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 Elephant & Castle can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Elephant & Castle, 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%

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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Edinburgh to Elephant & Castle more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to Elephant & Castle train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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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%.