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London to Edinburgh Trains

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May
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Departure schedule

Morning departures

Fastest trip4 hrs 7 min
Longest trip4 hrs 40 min
Earliest05:45
Latest11:33
Departures20

Afternoon departures

Fastest trip4 hrs 6 min
Longest trip4 hrs 41 min
Earliest12:03
Latest17:33
Departures20

Evening departures

Fastest trip4 hrs 9 min
Longest trip4 hrs 35 min
Earliest18:00
Latest20:30
Departures6

Travelling from London to Edinburgh by Train

Embarking on a journey from London to Edinburgh promises a remarkable British experience, and selecting the ideal train route is crucial. Opt for the utmost convenience with direct high-speed trains operated by LNER, departing from London's Kings Cross station and arriving at the heart of Edinburgh at Central station in a swift 4.5-hour journey, reaching speeds of up to 125 mph! With over 50 daily departures (varying by the weekday), planning your trip is straightforward. For an alternative option, consider Avanti West Coast trains departing from London Euston, though these trains require a bit more time with a travel duration of 5.5 hours. Delve into the details of the London to Edinburgh train timetable and secure your rail tickets through a reliable online platform offering curated route planning, expert guidance, and seamless booking. But why limit your experience to the journey alone? Enhance your Edinburgh adventure by creating unforgettable itineraries with an online Scotland trip planner. Explore a wealth of attractions, curate the perfect stay, and savor the splendors of this spectacular city!

London to Edinburgh trains information

London
Kings Cross, United KingdomSt. Pancras Int, United KingdomEuston, United KingdomLondon Bridge Station, United KingdomPaddington, United KingdomMarylebone, United KingdomVictoria, United KingdomWaterloo, United KingdomLondon Finchley Road (Stop CL), United KingdomLondon Victoria Coach Station, United KingdomLondon Airport Terminal (LHR), United KingdomVictoria Station Green Line, United KingdomCharing Cross, United KingdomLiverpool Street station, United Kingdom
641 km
Edinburgh
Waverley, United KingdomEdinburgh Bus Station, United KingdomEdinburgh Airport Terminal (EDI), United Kingdom
4 h 6 m
Shortest travel time
$148
Lowest train ticket cost
46
Avg. daily departures
05:45
Earliest departure
20:30
Latest departure

Embarking on a journey from London to Edinburgh promises a remarkable British experience, and selecting the ideal train route is crucial. Opt for the utmost convenience with direct high-speed trains operated by LNER, departing from London's Kings Cross station and arriving at the heart of Edinburgh at Central station in a swift 4.5-hour journey, reaching speeds of up to 125 mph! With over 50 daily departures (varying by the weekday), planning your trip is straightforward. For an alternative option, consider Avanti West Coast trains departing from London Euston, though these trains require a bit more time with a travel duration of 5.5 hours. Delve into the details of the London to Edinburgh train timetable and secure your rail tickets through a reliable online platform offering curated route planning, expert guidance, and seamless booking. But why limit your experience to the journey alone? Enhance your Edinburgh adventure with unforgettable Scotland tour packages & itineraries. Explore a wealth of attractions, curate the perfect stay, and savor the splendors of this spectacular city!