Midland Pullman festive day trips to Edinburgh's Christmas market from the South East, South Wales and the East Midlands.
The Midland Pullman's speed makes Edinburgh a day trip from much of England and Wales. Four festive departures are offered in 2026: from Watford Junction via Milton Keynes and Rugby, from Cardiff via Shrewsbury and Ludlow, from Bedford via Leicester and Derby, and from Potters Bar via Cambridge and Peterborough.
Each runs up the East or West Coast Main Line to give around three and a half hours in the capital for the market in Princes Street Gardens, the castle and the Royal Mile, returning the same evening.
Pullman Dining includes a champagne breakfast and multi-course dinner with wine; First Class includes tea, coffee and light refreshments. Several dates are already sold out.
Morecambe Bay, the Lakeland fells and Blencathra are on the left heading north; the Pentlands and Edinburgh Castle are on the right at the end.
Sides are given facing the direction of travel. Miles are approximate from the start of the journey.
| Date | From | Traction | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 24 Nov 2026 06:30 |
Watford Junction Fully booked. |
Midland Pullman HST (Class 43 power cars) | Sold out |
| Thu 3 Dec 2026 05:50 |
Cardiff Central Fully booked. |
Midland Pullman HST (Class 43 power cars) | Sold out |
| Mon 7 Dec 2026 05:45 |
Bedford Fully booked. |
Midland Pullman HST (Class 43 power cars) | Sold out |
| Fri 18 Dec 2026 06:20 |
Potters Bar Shown as sold out. |
Midland Pullman HST (Class 43 power cars) | Sold out |
At the time of writing 7 and 18 December had availability; 24 November and 3 December were sold out.
About three and a half hours.
Yes, the Midland Pullman is Locomotive Services' blue HST that recreates the 1960s Blue Pullman.
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