The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€51
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€138
Fastest journey on Oct 13
4 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
4 h 7 m
Trains on Oct 13
56
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Edinburgh will cost around €138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 56 trains from London to Edinburgh, including 41 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct trains cover the 534 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
G256788:30 PM4h12London Kings Cross (KGX)12:42 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€511One-way0 transfers
G2567912:14 PM4h21London Kings Cross (KGX)4:35 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€631One-way0 transfers
G256832:15 PM4h17London Kings Cross (KGX)6:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€631One-way0 transfers
G802737:30 PM4h09London Kings Cross (KGX)11:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€701One-way0 transfers
G802748:03 PM4h34London Kings Cross (KGX)12:37 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€701One-way0 transfers
G802574:30 PM4h06London Kings Cross (KGX)8:36 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€2581One-way0 transfers
G802513:30 PM4h07London Kings Cross (KGX)7:37 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1921One-way0 transfers
G802159:30 AM4h08London Kings Cross (KGX)1:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€981One-way0 transfers
G802037:30 AM4h08London Kings Cross (KGX)11:38 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1791One-way0 transfers
G801986:30 AM4h08London Kings Cross (KGX)10:38 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1791One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Edinburgh
Trains from London to Edinburgh run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 534 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 534 km |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Live departures
London to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G25677 | On time 5:45 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h12 | 9:57 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01971 | On time 5:48 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h40 | 10:28 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80198 | 6:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h08 | 10:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34144 | On time 6:33 AM London Euston (EUS) | 5h47 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66982+ C02049 | On time 6:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h35 | 11:08 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C02149 · G80199 | On time 6:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h53 | 11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80199 | On time 7:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h30 | 11:33 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80203 | On time 7:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h08 | 11:38 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01055+ C02010 | Delayed 8:36 AM 7:33 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h39 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80205 | On time 8:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h27 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80209 | On time 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h09 | 12:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G66987+ C02000 | On time 8:33 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h37 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W33941 | On time 8:40 AM London Euston (EUS) | 5h39 | 2:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80211 | On time 9:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h29 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80215 | On time 9:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h08 | 1:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01060+ C02036 | Delayed 10:36 AM 9:33 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h37 | 2:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80216 | On time 10:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h24 | 2:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80221 | On time 10:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h09 | 2:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01062+ C02052 | Delayed 11:36 AM 10:33 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h37 | 3:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W34286 | 10:40 AM London Euston (EUS) | 5h38 | 4:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80224 | On time 11:03 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h31 | 3:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80226 | On time 11:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h08 | 3:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01064+ C01966 | Delayed 12:36 PM 11:33 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h34 | 4:07 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80228 | On time 12:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h24 | 4:27 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G25679 | On time 12:14 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h21 | 4:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80232 | On time 12:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h12 | 4:42 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G00869_G01067+ C02047 | On time 12:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h36 | 5:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W34290 | On time 12:40 PM London Euston (EUS) | 5h40 | 6:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80234 | 1:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h28 | 5:31 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80237 | 1:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h08 | 5:38 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01069+ C02111 | Delayed 2:36 PM 1:33 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h37 | 6:10 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80241 | On time 2:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h25 | 6:28 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G25683 | On time 2:15 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h17 | 6:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80245 | On time 2:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h11 | 6:41 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01073+ C02040 | On time 2:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h38 | 7:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W34289 | 2:40 PM London Euston (EUS) | 5h44 | 8:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80247 | On time 3:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h30 | 7:33 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34082 · W34289 | 3:30 PM London Euston (EUS) | 4h54 | 8:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80251 | On time 3:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h07 | 7:37 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G01075+ C01984 | On time 3:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h32 | 8:05 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
C01943 | 4:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h29 | 8:29 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80257 | On time 4:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h06 | 8:36 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80147+ G01080 | On time 4:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h36 | 9:09 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
W34291 | On time 4:40 PM London Euston (EUS) | 5h41 | 10:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80259 | On time 5:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h31 | 9:34 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34169 · W34291 | On time 5:30 PM London Euston (EUS) | 4h51 | 10:21 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80263 | On time 5:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h10 | 9:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80148+ G01082 | On time 5:33 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h41 | 10:14 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
G80266 | On time 6:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h35 | 10:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80268 | On time 6:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h10 | 10:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80272 | 7:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h35 | 11:35 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80273 | 7:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h09 | 11:39 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G80274 | 8:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h34 | 12:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G25678 | On time 8:30 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h12 | 12:42 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from London to Edinburgh
There are regular direct rail services from London to Edinburgh on the East Coast mainline. Departures are roughly every half hour from early morning until early evening, with some indirect connections via York offering additional options. Journey times between the English and Scottish capital cities range from a little over four hours to nearly five hours, depending on the number of stops en route, and connection times on indirect services.
Which train companies travel from London to Edinburgh?
LNER (London North Eastern Railway) - previously known as Virgin Trains East Coast - provides the majority of direct services from London to Edinburgh. In addition, indirect routes requiring one change involve taking Grand Central Railway or LNER services to York, connecting with CrossCountry trains to Edinburgh.
How long is the train from London to Edinburgh?
The fastest direct trains from London to Edinburgh take around four hours and 15 minutes to cover the 390-mile route. Most journeys are around four and a half hours. Indirect services from King's Cross take around five hours to reach Edinburgh, allowing for the time spent between connections at York.
How many trains are there from London to Edinburgh?
The weekday timetable begins just after 6:00 a.m. and there are departures every half hour throughout the day until early evening, with a final train leaving London at 7:00 p.m. There are an additional four or five indirect connections via York. On Sundays, departures begin a little later, with a first train from London at just before 9:00 a.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Edinburgh?
Departure train station: London King's Cross Trains to Edinburgh depart from London King's Cross Station, situated on the north side of central London. The station has its own Underground stop, with connections on six lines, along with local bus stops on Euston Road, taxi stands, shopping, and restaurants.
Arrival train station: Edinburgh Waverley Trains from London arrive at the centrally located Waverley Station, with local train links to Haymarket and Edinburgh Park. There are tram and bus stops serving routes across Edinburgh outside the station on Princes Street and Waverley Bridge, and a taxi stand on the main concourse.
FAQs: Trains from London to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Edinburgh
Most London to Edinburgh trains use the London Kings Cross to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare London and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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