Edinburgh

Departure station:
Waverley

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Distance by train:
534 km

London

Arrival station:
​King's Cross / Euston

EDINBURGH to London train information

One of the most popular travel ways between Edinburgh and London is taking a modern high-speed train. The train route is operated by the Avanti West Coast as well as LNER companies. Avanti West Coast starts its journey at the Edinburgh Waverly and ends at the London Euston, while LNER's starting point is Edinburgh Waverley, and the ending point is London King's Cross. 

The train trip from Edinburgh to London takes about 4 hours, and 22 minutes, also, there are approximately 227 daily departures! Undoubtedly, a train trip is one of the most comfortable and time-saving travel ways. Don't hesitate to go on a train trip and enjoy excellent amenities and service. Check out for more information about the route, and book your train tickets in advance!  If you're going to make your Scotland vacations unforgettable, check out post about day trips from Edinburgh.  

Shortest travel time	Longest travel time	Daily departures	Earliest departure	Latest departure	Price starts from
4 hrs 22 min	16 hrs 12 min	227 trains	05:48	21:00	​​$62

WHAT IS EDINBURGH  TO LONDON TRAIN COST?

When booking your train ticket, keep in mind that fares depend on several factors such as type of train, departure date, preferred travel class. In general, economy class non-flexible seat starts from $62 (flexible $315), while first-class non-flexible seat cost starts from $163 (flexible $397).

HOW TO BUY TRAIN TICKETS FROM EDINBURGH TO LONDON?

The most convenient way to book your train ticket from Edinburgh to London is online. On Rail.Ninja, you can easily and quickly book tickets in advance and save lots of time.

IS THE TRAIN RIDE FROM EDINBURGH TO LONDON SCENIC?

The train journey from Edinburgh to London will take more than 4 hours. A train runs through beautiful Scotland land to the north of England, and this is a quite scenic route.

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Railway map

Check out a train route from Edinburgh to London on the railway map. 

EDINBURGH TO LONDON TRAIN SCHEDULE​

Edinburgh to London​ train route has an extensive timetable. Thus, you can easily pick the time that suits you the best and make the most out of your trip. ​

Train Type	Earliest	Latest	Departures
Morning	05:40	11:30	35
Afternoon	12:00	17:30	30
Evening	18:30	19:36	5
Night	21:00	21:00	1

​Tips to Buy Train Tickets:

• Book in Advance

​Generally, cheap train tickets are released by train operators prior to the journey. A typical timetable is usually announced around 12 weeks in advance, since a particular day's schedule is normally established 12 weeks in advance.

• Be Flexible

​Check different dates and times for cheaper train tickets. Different dates and times may still offer a greater selection of discounted tickets, so keep an eye out.

related destinations

​Discover the magnificent United Kingdom by taking the train from Edinburgh to London. Discover breathtaking views and enjoy the fantastic scenery. Also, find out more about other popular United Kingdom routes!

​Glasgow - Edinburgh

​Glasgow - London

​Edinburgh - York​

​Glasgow - Birmingham

All routes in Scotland