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London to Edinburgh by train
The journey from London to Edinburgh by train is 332.22 mi and takes 4 hrs 51 mins. There are 27 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:31 and the last at 23:45. It is possible to travel from London to Edinburgh by train for as little as £37.99 or as much as £220.35. The best price for this journey is £37.99.
| Lowest Price | £37.99 |
| Journey Duration | 4 hrs 51 mins |
| Connection per Day | CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo 27 |
| Lowest Price | CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo £37.99 |
| Highest Price | CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo £220.35 |
| First Departure | CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo 05:31 |
| Last Departure | CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo 23:45 |
| Distance | CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo 332.22 mi |
| Departure | CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo London |
| Arrival | CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo Edinburgh |
| Carriers | CrossCountry, fake_bus CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail, Lumo |
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 £43.87 to £92.05 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 52% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Edinburgh
The cheapest London - Edinburgh train tickets can be found for as low as £46.29 if you’re lucky, or £57.58 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £67.07.
Find the best day to travel to Edinburgh by train
When travelling to Edinburgh 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, Avanti West Coast and London North Eastern Railway from London to Edinburgh
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Edinburgh by train.
| Facilities | Caledonian Sleeper | Avanti West Coast | London North Eastern Railway | Grand Central | ScotRail | Lumo |
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London to Edinburgh CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
37.43kg
Bus
40.1kg
Flight
106.93kg
Car
85.55kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Edinburgh by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Edinburgh are 37.43kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Edinburgh? By taking the train between London and Edinburgh 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 London to Edinburgh?
A train ticket from London to Edinburgh is £99.50. 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 £37.99.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Edinburgh?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Edinburgh is £37.99. 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 London and Edinburgh by train?
London to Edinburgh is 332.22 mi.
How long does the train between London and Edinburgh take?
London to Edinburgh is on average 4 hrs 51 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 4 hrs 16 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Edinburgh?
The train journey from London to Edinburgh is covered by 8 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: CrossCountry, fake_bus, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, ScotRail and Lumo.
How many train connections per day go from London to Edinburgh?
London to Edinburgh has 27 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Edinburgh leave?
The earliest train from London to Edinburgh departs at 05:31. 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 London to Edinburgh depart?
The latest train from London to Edinburgh 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 London to Edinburgh 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 £37.99 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 London to Edinburgh?
There are on average 19 direct connection(s) from London to go to Edinburgh.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Edinburgh by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Edinburgh is 4 hrs 16 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Edinburgh?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Edinburgh.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Edinburgh by train?
The train journey from London to Edinburgh creates 37.43kg of CO2 emissions.