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Take the fast train to Newark
Watch England and Scotland zoom by as you speed effortlessly between Edinburgh Waverley and Newark.
Enjoy our excellent range of refreshments, or catch forty winks in our comfy seats. With LNER, you'll arrive in style - and with a little extra spending money in your pocket!
Average travel time
3h 20m
Distance
221 miles
Cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh Waverley to Newark Northgate
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How to book cheap tickets for a Edinburgh to Newark Northgate train
Book your Edinburgh to Newark Northgate train in advance
Buying your Edinburgh to Newark train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Edinburgh to Newark Northgate with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Edinburgh to Newark Northgate trains
Access the best train fares between Edinburgh and Newark easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
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Book your Edinburgh to Newark Northgate train in advance
Buying your Edinburgh to Newark train tickets at least four weeks in advance ahead of your travel date can save you up to 47%* on on-the-day train ticket prices.
Buy a Standard Advance ticket through the LNER website and app at least four weeks before you travel, and you'll save up to 47%* compared to buying any Standard ticket on the day of travel.
Book in advanceSave 1/3 on your train from Edinburgh to Newark Northgate with a Railcard
A Railcard is a discount card that allows you to save money on train travel throughout Great Britain, which often offers 1/3 off the cost of your train tickets on most routes.
RailcardsUse our Deal Finder for the cheapest Edinburgh to Newark Northgate trains
Access the best train fares between Edinburgh and Newark easily with the LNER app. Use Deal Finder to find the lowest prices on train tickets by simply entering your travel details. It's your shortcut to easier and more affordable travel!
Get the LNER App
* Saving average based on all Standard Advance tickets bought on the LNER website and App at least four weeks before you travel vs buying any Standard ticket on the day you travel.
Take the train from Newark to Edinburgh with LNER
Taking the train from Edinburgh to Newark is quick and easy with LNER.
Covering a distance of 221 miles, our trains to Newark from Edinburgh take just 3h 20m.
Once on-board, you'll be able to order food directly to your seat, browse the internet with free Wi-Fi, and charge your phone with a plug at every table.
And for a more luxurious Edinburgh to Newark Northgate train journey, travel First Class – with wider seats, complimentary food and drinks and use of our Edinburgh Waverley First Class lounge.
Related FAQs
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Newark North Gate?
Are there direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Newark North Gate?
Yes, direct LNER trains run from Edinburgh Waverley and Newark North Gate, a journey that normally takes just over 3h 20m.
During the week, there are approximately 11 direct LNER trains per day between 05:48 and 19:36.
Which rail lines go through Newark Northgate?
Which rail lines go through Newark Northgate?
Newark Northgate station is managed by LNER, and its current train lines are LNER and East Midlands Railway.
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh Waverley and Newark North Gate?
Can you buy a Season Ticket between Edinburgh Waverley and Newark North Gate?
Unfortunately, no Season Tickets are available at the moment for this journey.
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
Do you offer a student discount on train tickets?
We don't offer a student discount however, you can purchase a 16-25 Railcard and save 1/3 on train tickets.
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
How can I apply for compensation if my train is delayed or cancelled?
Cancelled train
In the rare event that your train is cancelled, we offer full refunds (assuming you don't take an alternative train). Be sure to apply for the refund within 28 days of the cancelled journey date.
If you meet these conditions, follow these steps for your refund:
- Swipe down the page and click on ‘Amend journey’ or ‘Request a refund’
- Notify us of the reason for the refund request by pressing 'My train was cancelled' and then ‘Continue’
- Enter your details and submit your request
Already collected your tickets or had them posted to you?
If you’ve already received your printed tickets, you'll need to fill in our Change of Plans form and follow the instructions included.
Was your train delayed by at least 30 minutes?
On our Delay Repay page, you can learn about compensation if your train is delayed. For future LNER journeys, book through our website or app, then choose One-Click Delay Repay to ensure claiming for a delayed journey is as easy as possible.