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Potters Bar to Edinburgh (Waverley) train prices and times

Planning a journey from Potters Bar to Edinburgh (Waverley)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £ 33.90, with average prices for this route around £ 34.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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14:16 5h 49m, No direct Potters Bar	20:05 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
14:30 5h 35m, No direct Potters Bar	20:05 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
14:30 5h 44m, No direct Potters Bar	20:14 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
14:46 5h 28m, No direct Potters Bar	20:14 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
15:00 5h 20m, No direct Potters Bar	20:20 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
15:16 5h 48m, No direct Potters Bar	21:04 Paris	Find Tickets

Potters Bar to Edinburgh (Waverley) train route details

First train

01:26

Last train

22:30

Departure station

Potters Bar

Arrival station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Journey time

4h 55m

Distance

513 km

Price

£ 33.90*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Potters Bar to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Potters Bar 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.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Potters Bar to Edinburgh (Waverley), 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%

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!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Potters Bar to Edinburgh (Waverley) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Potters Bar 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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Potters Bar to Edinburgh (Waverley) train prices and times

Potters Bar to Edinburgh (Waverley) train route details