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Edinburgh to London by train
The journey from Edinburgh to London by train is 332.22 mi and takes 4 hrs 56 mins. There are 26 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:36 and the last at 23:25. It is possible to travel from Edinburgh to London by train for as little as £37.55 or as much as £267.25. The best price for this journey is £37.55.
| Lowest Price | £37.55 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 56 mins |
| Connection per Day | Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry 26 |
| Lowest Price | Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry £37.55 |
| Highest Price | Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry £267.25 |
| First Departure | Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry 05:36 |
| Last Departure | Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry 23:25 |
| Distance | Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry 332.22 mi |
| Departure | Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry Edinburgh |
| Arrival | Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry London |
| Carriers | Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry |
Edinburgh to London Train Times
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Best time to book Edinburgh to London travel
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Price as departure date approaches
Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £34.30 to £78.62 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 56% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to London
The cheapest Edinburgh - London train tickets can be found for as low as £43.67 if you’re lucky, or £51.52 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £70.68.
Find the best day to travel to London by train
When travelling to London 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!
Services on board Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway and Grand Central from Edinburgh to London
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| Facilities | Caledonian Sleeper | London North Eastern Railway | Grand Central | ScotRail | Lumo | Avanti West Coast |
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Edinburgh to London CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
37.43kg
Bus
40.1kg
Flight
106.93kg
Car
85.55kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Edinburgh to London by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Edinburgh and London are 37.43kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Edinburgh and London? By taking the train between Edinburgh and London you will save 69.5kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.67kg compared to a bus and 48.12kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to London?
A train ticket from Edinburgh to London is £89.92. 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 £37.55.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Edinburgh to London?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Edinburgh to London is £37.55. 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 London by train?
Edinburgh to London is 332.22 mi.
How long does the train between Edinburgh and London take?
Edinburgh to London is on average 4 hrs 56 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 0 mins.
Which companies operate from Edinburgh to London?
The train journey from Edinburgh to London is covered by 7 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast and CrossCountry.
How many train connections per day go from Edinburgh to London?
Edinburgh to London has 26 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Edinburgh to London leave?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to London departs at 05:36. 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 London depart?
The latest train from Edinburgh to London departs at 23:25. 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 London 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 £37.55 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.
How many direct connections depart from Edinburgh to London?
There are on average 20 direct connection(s) from Edinburgh to go to London.
What's the fastest journey time between Edinburgh to London by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Edinburgh and London is 4 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to London?
Yes, there is a direct train between Edinburgh and London.
What are the CO2 emissions for Edinburgh to London by train?
The train journey from Edinburgh to London creates 37.43kg of CO2 emissions.