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Edinburgh to Thornaby Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh to Thornaby, starting from SAR 83.79 and averaging SAR 155.75. The entire journey takes no more than 2 hours 37 minutes. 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
12:30 2 hours 46 minutes, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	15:16 Thornaby	Find Tickets
13:07 2 hours 38 minutes, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	15:45 Thornaby	Find Tickets
13:30 2 hours 46 minutes, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	16:16 Thornaby	Find Tickets
14:04 2 hours 41 minutes, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	16:45 Thornaby	Find Tickets
14:30 2 hours 46 minutes, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	17:16 Thornaby	Find Tickets
15:07 2 hours 39 minutes, Changes required Edinburgh (Waverley)	17:46 Paris	Find Tickets

Edinburgh to Thornaby Train Route Details

First train

06:06

Last train

21:00

Departure station

Edinburgh

Arrival station

Thornaby

Journey time

2 hours 37 minutes

Distance

196 km

Price

SAR 83.79*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Thornaby

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 Thornaby can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 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 Edinburgh to Thornaby, 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%

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

Edinburgh to Thornaby 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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Edinburgh to Thornaby Train prices and times

Edinburgh to Thornaby Train Route Details