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TodayJan 15
from $255
TomorrowJan 16
from $242
FriJan 17
from $161
SatJan 18
from $106
SunJan 19
from $137
MonJan 20
from $174
TueJan 21
from $164
WedJan 22
from $54

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: January 16 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: King's Cross
    Arrival time: January 16 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: January 16 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: King's Cross
    Arrival time: January 16 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: January 16 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: King's Cross
    Arrival time: January 16 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: January 16 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Euston Station
    Arrival time: January 16 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: January 16 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: King's Cross
    Arrival time: January 16 at
    Destination city: Edinburgh
    Destination location: Waverley
    Operated by: London North Eastern RailwayLondon North Eastern Railway
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train London to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket Price$190
Average train trip duration4h 39m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure5:48am
Distance531 km
Latest train departure8:27pm

London to Edinburgh Trains

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Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Edinburgh

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Edinburgh cost?

    The average train ticket price from London to Edinburgh is $190. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from London to Edinburgh?

    A train trip between London and Edinburgh is around 4h 39m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 11m. This is the time it takes to travel the 535 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between London and Edinburgh?

    The number of trains from London to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from London to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from London to Edinburgh?

    When taking the train from London to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Edinburgh?

    Trains travelling between London and Edinburgh leave from St Pancras International or King's Cross and arrive at Waverley, Haymarket, Edinburgh Park.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01-13
$219
01-14
$198
Today
$255
01-16
$242
01-17
$161
01-18
$106
01-19
$137
01-20
$174
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from London to Edinburgh was searched and found on Jan 18, 2025 with a price of $106

To 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 $106 to $638 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 $106 which is on 2025-01-18.

Usually RDG_AVANTI_WEST_COAST, RDG_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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between London and Edinburgh is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Edinburgh.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Edinburgh you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between London and Edinburgh, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from London to Edinburgh.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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