From Platform to Pub: Explore the Best things to do in Edinburgh Waverley
Visiting Edinburgh is like stepping into a storybook—historic castles, cobbled streets, and vibrant culture blend seamlessly with scenic views, cosy pubs, and unforgettable charm around every corner. A timeless Scottish gem.
A magical ride to the magical city- top places to visit
Affordable rain routes for travellers
Edinburgh Castle
Estimated Cost: £42 (advance fare)
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The Royal Mile
Estimated Cost: £24.10
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Scottish National Gallery
Estimated Cost: £16.80
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Calton Hill
Estimated Cost: £25
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Princes Street Gardens & Shopping
Estimated Cost: £15–£20
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Dean Village
Estimated Cost: £18–£20
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The Journey of a lifetime - making memories with each route you take
- Edinburgh Castle
From: Liverpool Lime Street → Edinburgh Waverley
- Journey Time: Around 3.5 to 4 hours with scenic countryside along the way
- Service: Modern trains with quiet carriages and onboard facilities
- City-to-City Access: Easy transfer from Liverpool’s city centre to Edinburgh’s historic core
- The Royal Mile
From: London Victoria → Edinburgh Waverley
- Journey Time: ~5.5 to 6 hours (with 1 transfer, typically at King's Cross or Euston)
- Urban to Historic: Depart the modern buzz of London and arrive in medieval Edinburgh
- Journey Worthy of a Story: Capture England’s countryside from the train window
- Scottish National Gallery
From: Gatwick Airport → Edinburgh Waverley
- Seamless Air-to-Rail: Perfect for travellers flying into the UK—no need for a car
- Fast Connection via London: Quick train to central London, then direct to Edinburgh
- End at Culture’s Doorstep: The gallery is just a short walk from the station
- Calton Hill
From: Birmingham New Street → Edinburgh Waverley
- Journey Time: Approx. 4.5 hours direct
- Scenic Route: Watch the Midlands roll into the Scottish Lowlands
- Walkable Arrival: Calton Hill is less than 15 minutes on foot from the station
- Princes Street Gardens & Shopping
From: Birmingham New Street, City Centre → Edinburgh Waverley
- From one retail hub to another: Birmingham’s Bullring to Edinburgh’s Princes Street
- Great Value: Advance fares offer budget-friendly travel
- Arrive in Greenery: Step off the train into the floral calm of Princes Street Gardens
- Dean Village
From: Birmingham New Street, City Centre → Edinburgh Waverley
- Quick Ride: Under 5 hours with stunning views along the East Coast
- Nature & Nostalgia: Travel from one historic riverside town to another
- Insta-worthy Arrival: Dean Village is just a 20-minute walk from the station
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