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Edinburgh to Islington Train

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23/06/2025
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Edinburgh to Islington by train

The journey from Edinburgh to Islington by train is 330.54 mi and takes 7 hrs 20 mins. There are 28 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:40 and the last at 23:45. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to Islington by train for as little as £20.57 or as much as £140.35. The best price for this journey is £20.57.

Lowest Price £20.57
Journey Duration 7 hrs 20 mins
Connection per Day 28
Lowest Price £20.57
Highest Price £140.35
First Departure 00:40
Last Departure 23:45
Distance 330.54 mi
Departure Edinburgh
Arrival Islington
Carriers National Rail

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to Islington

The cheapest Edinburgh - Islington train tickets can be found for as low as £28.22 if you’re lucky, or £31.92 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £34.34.

Find the best day to travel to Islington by train

When travelling to Islington by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Edinburgh to Islington CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
37.24kg
Bus
39.9kg
Flight
106.39kg
Car
85.11kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to Islington by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and Islington are 37.24kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and Islington? By taking the train between Edinburgh and Islington you will save 69.15kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.66kg compared to a bus and 47.87kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Islington?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to Islington is £84.70. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £20.57.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to Islington?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to Islington is £20.57. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Edinburgh and Islington by train?
Edinburgh to Islington is 330.54 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and Islington take?
Edinburgh to Islington is on average 7 hrs 20 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 25 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to Islington?
Edinburgh to Islington has 28 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to Islington leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Islington departs at 00:40. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Edinburgh to Islington depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to Islington departs at 23:45. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Edinburgh to Islington in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £20.57 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to Islington by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and Islington is 4 hrs 25 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Islington?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and Islington.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to Islington by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to Islington creates 37.24kg of CO2 emissions.