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Rainford to Edinburgh Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Rainford to Edinburgh, starting from QAR 79.27 and averaging QAR 79.27. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 18m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
09:00 3h 20m, Changes required Rainford	12:20 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
10:00 3h 32m, Changes required Rainford	13:32 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
10:54 3h 25m, Changes required Rainford	14:19 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
12:00 3h 37m, Changes required Rainford	15:37 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
13:00 3h 18m, Changes required Rainford	16:18 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
14:00 3h 40m, Changes required Rainford	17:40 Paris	Find Tickets

Rainford to Edinburgh Train Route Details

First train

07:00

Last train

19:54

Departure station

Rainford

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

3h 18m

Distance

272 km

Price

QAR 79.27*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Rainford to Edinburgh

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Rainford to Edinburgh. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

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%

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 Rainford to Edinburgh, 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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Rainford to Edinburgh ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Rainford to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Rainford to Edinburgh 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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