The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to London
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to London will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $63.
Of the 38 trains that leave Edinburgh for London every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 534 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.
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C40890Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $38.
Distance: 534 km
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5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to London trains for today, Wednesday, 7 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Y11815 | On time 5:50 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h43 | 10:33 am London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75082+ Y11693 | On time 6:02 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h51 | 10:53 am London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11817 | On time 6:30 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h32 | 11:02 am London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11819 | On time 7:30 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h31 | 12:01 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C40884 | On time 8:00 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h17 | 12:17 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11822 | On time 8:30 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h32 | 1:02 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C40890 | On time 9:00 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 1:10 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11826 | On time 9:30 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h32 | 2:02 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C40896 | On time 10:00 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h11 | 2:11 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75088+ Y11712 | On time 10:05 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h48 | 2:53 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11830 | On time 10:30 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h31 | 3:01 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C40902 | On time 11:00 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 3:10 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11833 | On time 11:30 am Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h32 | 4:02 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C40907 | On time 12:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h17 | 4:17 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11838 | On time 12:30 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h32 | 5:02 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11840 | On time 1:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 5:10 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C75094+ Y11723 | On time 1:05 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h47 | 5:52 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
Y11843 | On time 1:30 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h31 | 6:01 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C40919 · Y12006 | On time 2:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h40 | 6:40 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 change | |
C40919 | On time 2:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 6:10 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11846 | On time 2:30 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h31 | 7:01 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11849 | On time 3:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h17 | 7:17 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C08179 | On time 3:26 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h11 | 7:37 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11850 | On time 3:30 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h31 | 8:01 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
C40931 | On time 4:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h11 | 8:11 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11853 | On time 4:30 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h32 | 9:02 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11857 | On time 5:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h11 | 9:11 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11858 | On time 5:30 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h31 | 10:01 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11861 | On time 6:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h10 | 10:10 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11863 | On time 6:30 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h39 | 11:09 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11867 | On time 7:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4h20 | 11:20 pm London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y11872 | On time 8:20 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h20 | 1:40 am London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 changesdirect | |
L11868 | 11:00 pm Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h15 | 7:15 am London Euston (EUS) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Edinburgh to London
Trains from Edinburgh to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 but you can travel from only $38 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 534 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 534 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 03:44 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: LNER, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Grand Central Trains from Edinburgh to London trainsLNER, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Edinburgh and London from $38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Edinburgh Waverley, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Euston, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and London
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 21:25 Saturday 06:30 - 21:25 Sunday 08:10 - 21:25
- Type of shops available: M&S Simply Food
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, the Concourse and near the entrance from Haymarket Terrace.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Inside the station - one on platform 4 and one on platform 2 and 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby in front of the station
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the bus stop on Slateford Road at Platform 2 stair exit
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- 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.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
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