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Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Edinburgh train prices and times

Planning a journey from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Edinburgh? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £62.40, with average prices for this route around £62.40. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
00:03 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	10:07 Edinburgh (Waverley)	10h 4m, No direct		Find Tickets
00:12 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	10:07 Edinburgh (Waverley)	9h 55m, No direct	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
05:47 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	11:20 Edinburgh (Waverley)	5h 33m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	12:14 Edinburgh (Waverley)	5h 57m, No direct		Find Tickets
06:47 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	12:24 Edinburgh (Waverley)	5h 37m, No direct		Find Tickets
07:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	13:05 Paris	5h 48m, No direct		Find Tickets View More Trains

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Edinburgh train route details

First train

00:03

Last train

22:32

Departure station

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

5h 24m

Distance

330 miles

Price

£62.40*

Train Operators

Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Edinburgh, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Edinburgh train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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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.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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