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Edinburgh to London Trains From £19.90
Edinburgh to London Train Prices and Times
To find the cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to London, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.
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- 11:30Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 20m
Direct
15:50London Kings CrossC82177-1E13
E-ticket
From £22.50 - 12:00Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 39m
Direct
16:39London Kings CrossC82180-1E14
E-ticket
From £22.50 - 12:20Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 23m
Direct
16:43London Kings CrossC82227-1E96
E-ticket
From £22.50 - 12:30Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 20m
Direct
16:50London Kings CrossC82183-1E15
E-ticket
From £22.50 - 13:00Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 39m
Direct
17:39London Kings CrossC82186-1E16
E-ticket
From £22.50 - 13:08Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 33m
No direct
17:41London Kings CrossE-ticket
From £199.60 - 13:20Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 26m
Direct
17:46London Kings CrossC82228-1E97
E-ticket
From £22.50 - 13:30Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 19m
Direct
17:49London Kings CrossC28971-1E17
E-ticket
From £22.50 - 13:56Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 10m
Direct
18:06London Kings CrossC11440-1E84
E-ticket
From £19.90 - 14:00Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 39m
Direct
18:39London Kings CrossC82192-1E18
E-ticket
From £22.50
Edinburgh to London Train Route Details
The Edinburgh to London train ticket is £19.90. The average travel time is 4h 2m, covering a distance of approximately 535 miles. There are usually 35 daily trains provided by Lumo. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.
Choose Edinburgh to London Train Ticket Types
Find the train ticket type that best suits your travels from Edinburgh to London. Discover more about these ticket types and how they can help you save in our guides below.
Off-Peak & Super-Off Peak train tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Learn MoreReturn train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Learn MoreAdvance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Learn MoreSeason train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
Learn MoreSave 1/3 on Edinburgh to London Trains with Railcards
Railcards offering up to 1/3 off Edinburgh to London train fares for eligible passengers. There are Student Railcards for young people, Senior Railcard for seniors, check below to find the railcard type that suits you best.
Type | Discount |
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16-25 Railcard | 1/3 OFFFrom £107.00 Save £35.31 |
26-30 Railcard | 1/3 OFFFrom £107.00 Save £35.31 |
Two Together Railcard | 1/3 OFFFrom £107.00 Save £35.31 |
Senior Railcard | 1/3 OFFFrom £107.00 Save £35.31 |
Save More on Edinburgh to London Train Fares
Book in Advance
Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Group Travel
Get a 1/3 discount on Off-Peak tickets through GroupSave if you are travelling with a group of 3 to 9 adults.
Season Tickets
A weekly or monthly train pass which includes unlimited travel between two stations. It could help you save more than 1/3 on train fares.
Flexi Travel
8 days of unlimited travel between two stations within a 28-day period.
Edinburgh to London train FAQs
When is the first train from Edinburgh to London?
The first train from Edinburgh to London is at 09:00.Are there direct trains from Edinburgh to London?
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to London, and passengers would need to make 2 changes during the journey.How long is the train journey from Edinburgh to London ?
The train journey from Edinburgh to London typically takes an average of 4h 58m, with the fastest journey duration being around 4h 2m.How much is a train from Edinburgh to London ?
The cost of a train from Edinburgh to London can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at £19.90 and the average price being around £107.00.What times are off-peak trains from Edinburgh to London ?
In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30–18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
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