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Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €18.44, with average prices for this route around €27.48. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
21:24 11h 25m, No direct Ashton-under-Lyne	08:49 +1 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
23:23 10h 5m, No direct Ashton-under-Lyne	09:28 +1 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
23:29 9h 59m, No direct Ashton-under-Lyne	09:28 +1 Edinburgh Gateway	Find Tickets
23:29 10h 21m, No direct Ashton-under-Lyne	09:50 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway train route details

First train

06:33

Last train

23:29

Departure station

Ashton-under-Lyne

Arrival station

Edinburgh Gateway

Journey time

3h 53m

Distance

284 km

Price

€18.44*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway 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 travelling from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway train ticket types

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

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Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway train prices and times

Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh Gateway train route details