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The average train between Kew and Edinburgh takes 6h 47m and the fastest train takes 6h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Kew to Edinburgh. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 47m
Duration
400 mi
Distance
£166
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Hammersmith Bus Station

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5h 24m
£136–196

Kew to Edinburgh train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Kew and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kew is at 8:27 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 3:47 AM. All services require a transfer at Hammersmith Bus Station and take an average of 6h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Caledonian Sleeper7h 3m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 46m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 26m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 24m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 46m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 26m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 24m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 46m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 26m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 24m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 46m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 26m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 24m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 46m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 26m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 24m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 44m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 21m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 31m • 2 changes

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    London Underground (Tube)London Underground (Tube)Avanti West Coast6h 22m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kew to Edinburgh? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Kew to Edinburgh.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 400.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Kew, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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