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 | Train | King's Cross | Waverley | Fastest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from London to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 4 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Edinburgh?
London
- AEuston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
- B7 York Way, London N1 9AA, 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 Gateway, Edinburgh EH12 9GF, UK
- DEdinburgh Park, Edinburgh EH12 9FX, UK
- E13-14 Multrees Walk, Edinburgh EH1 3DQ, UK
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from CA$84. The average price for this train route is around CA$188. 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 London to Edinburgh?
The average train ride duration from London to Edinburgh is 4h 29m, covering a distance of 330 miles (532 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 6m and is operated by London North Eastern Railway.
Which train operators service the London to Edinburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 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 London to Edinburgh?
The earliest train departs from London to Edinburgh at 7:03am. And the latest train departs at 11:33pm.
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 most timely service from London to Edinburgh?
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 London to Edinburgh?
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 London to Edinburgh was searched and found on May 8, 2026 with a price of CA$134To 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 CA$134 to CA$652 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 CA$134 which is on 2026-05-08.
Usually London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast 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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