| Duration | 4h 40m |
| Distance | 374 miles |
| Average price | £260 |
| Frequency | 2/hour |
Trip overview
The average train between London and Edinburgh takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from London 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.
London to Edinburgh train times
Trains run every 30 minutes between London King's Cross and Edinburgh.
The earliest departure is at 05:48 in the morning, and the last departure from London King's Cross is at 20:27 which arrives into Edinburgh at 00:43.
All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 40m.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Departing Friday, July 4, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Want to know about travelling from London 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.
Is there a direct train between London and Edinburgh?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 22m.
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How far is it from London to Edinburgh?
The distance between London and Edinburgh is 393 miles. The road distance is 374 miles.
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Where do I catch the London to Edinburgh train from?
London to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.
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Where does the London to Edinburgh train arrive?
London to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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How do I get a train ticket from London to Edinburgh?
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More detailsWhat companies run services between London and Edinburgh?
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £150 - £220 and the journey takes 4h 22m. Two other operators also service this route.
Train operators
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Ave. Duration
4h 22m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
£150 - £220
- Phone
- +44 345 722 5333
- customers@lner.co.uk
- Website
- lner.co.uk
Train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 22m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £150 - £220
- Website
- https://www.lner.co.uk/
- Anytime Day Single
- £150 - £220
Lumo
Ave. Duration
4h 23m
Frequency
5 times a day
- Phone
- 0800 031 8542
- Passengerassistance@lumo.co.uk.
- Website
- lumo.co.uk
Train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 23m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Website
- https://www.lumo.co.uk/
Avanti West Coast
Ave. Duration
5h 38m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
£140 - £330
- Phone
- +44 345 528 0253
- Website
- avantiwestcoast.co.uk
Train from London Euston to Haymarket
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 38m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- £140 - £330
- Website
- https://www.avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
- Anytime Single
- £140 - £210
- Anytime Single 1st Class
- £230 - £330
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