| Duration | 4h 45m |
| Distance | 380.8 miles |
| Average price | £200 |
| Frequency | Hourly |
Trip overview
The average train between London and Edinburgh takes 4h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 15m. There is an hourly train service 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 hourly between London King's Cross and Edinburgh.
The earliest departure is at 13:30 in the afternoon, and the last departure from London King's Cross is at 19:00 which arrives into Edinburgh at 23:22.
All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 45m.
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Departing Thursday, April 25, 2024
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. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 21m.
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How far is it from London to Edinburgh?
The distance between London and Edinburgh is 392 miles. The road distance is 380.8 miles.
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Where do I catch the London to Edinburgh train from?
London to Edinburgh train services, operated by 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 LNER, arrive at Edinburgh station.
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How do I get a train ticket from London to Edinburgh?
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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?
There are 1935+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at £34 per night.
More detailsWhat companies run services between London and Edinburgh?
LNER operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh hourly. Tickets cost £150 - £220 and the journey takes 4h 21m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours.
Train operators
LNER
Ave. Duration
4h 21m
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
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 21m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- £150 - £220
- Website
- https://www.lner.co.uk/
- Anytime Day Single
- £150 - £220
Avanti West Coast
Ave. Duration
5h 39m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
£140 - £330
- Phone
- 00 44 345 528 0253
- Website
- avantiwestcoast.co.uk
Train from London Euston to Edinburgh
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 39m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- £140 - £330
- Website
- https://www.avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
- Anytime Single
- £140 - £210
- Anytime Single 1st Class
- £230 - £330
Caledonian Sleeper
Ave. Duration
6h 33m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
£65 - £85
- Website
- sleeper.scot
Night train from London Euston to Edinburgh
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 33m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- £65 - £85
- Website
- sleeper.scot
- Sleeper Berth Classic
- £210 - £240
- Sleeper Seat
- £65 - £85
- Sleeper Berth Club Solo
- £310 - £360
Sleeper coach at Euston station
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Class 73 Electro-diesel in Caledonian Sleeper livery at Fort William Station
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Electric locomotive
Train Photos
Suite in a Mark 5 sleeping car
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Sleeping cabin in a Mark 3 sleeper
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Saloon of a Mark 2 seated coach
Alfie Pates
Caledonian Sleeper Mk5 accessible room set up for twin occupancy
Peter Mugridge
Caledonian Sleeper bar
Ed Webster
Club Car
sleeper.scot
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