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Compare 2 ways to go from Edinburgh to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 516, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Edinburgh and London?
Edinburgh
- ABoots Waverley Station, Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH2 2QP, UK
- BRosebery House, 9 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh EH12 5EZ, UK
- CEdinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- DEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Edinburgh to London 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 Edinburgh to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to London start from NOK 516. The average price for this train route is around NOK 1,041. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to London?
The average train ride duration from Edinburgh to London is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 330 miles (532 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators service the Edinburgh to London route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Edinburgh to London?
The earliest train departs from Edinburgh to London at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 8:20pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to London?
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 Edinburgh to London?
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 most timely service from Edinburgh to London?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Edinburgh to London?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Edinburgh to London was searched and found on May 6, 2026 with a price of NOK 630To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to London, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NOK 630 to NOK 4,438 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 630 which is on 2026-05-06.
Usually Avanti West Coast, 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.
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