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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Edinburgh?
London
- A7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
- BEuston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
- CKing's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
- DWaterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
- E51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
- FMelcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
Edinburgh
- ABoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- BRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- CEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- DEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Edinburgh by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from London to Edinburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Edinburgh start at $77. The average price for this train route is around $232. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Edinburgh?
The average train trip from London to Edinburgh takes 4h 35m and covers 532 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators serve the London to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 13 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Edinburgh?
The earliest train from London to Edinburgh departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 8:27pm.
What is the best train operator from London to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Lumo, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Edinburgh?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator London North Eastern Railway has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from London to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Lumo, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Edinburgh?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Lumo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from London to Edinburgh was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $125To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $125 to $667 for a train ticket from London to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $140 which is on 2025-12-13.
Usually London North Eastern Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
