How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Edinburgh cost?

The average train ticket price from London to Edinburgh is $262. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from London to Edinburgh?

A train trip between London and Edinburgh is around 4h 40m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 6m. This is the time it takes to travel the 535 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between London and Edinburgh?

The number of trains from London to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from London to Edinburgh?

When taking the train from London to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Edinburgh?

Trains travelling between London and Edinburgh leave from Euston Station or King's Cross and arrive at Haymarket, Waverley, Edinburgh Park.

Train London to Edinburgh from $74

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Edinburgh on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:00am	King's Cross	4h 24m	12:24pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	4:40pm	Euston Station	5h 41m	10:21pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for London to Edinburgh on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:48pm	King's Cross	4h 25m	8:13pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	King's Cross	4h 24m	12:24pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 28m	11:28am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	4h 48m	12:18pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 28m	11:28am	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	4h 48m	12:18pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 43m	12:13pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	3:30pm	Euston Station	4h 53m	8:23pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for London to Edinburgh on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:52am	King's Cross	4h 21m	1:13pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	4:00pm	King's Cross	4h 17m	8:17pm	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:40am	Euston Station	6h 42m	2:22pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:48am	King's Cross	4h 21m	1:09pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:48am	King's Cross	4h 21m	1:09pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:00am	King's Cross	4h 18m	1:18pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:00am	King's Cross	4h 18m	1:18pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	9:30am	King's Cross	4h 39m	2:09pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for London to Edinburgh on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:40pm	Euston Station	5h 41m	10:21pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	4:40pm	Euston Station	5h 41m	10:21pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for London to Edinburgh on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:40pm	Euston Station	5h 41m	10:21pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	4:40pm	Euston Station	5h 41m	10:21pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for London to Edinburgh on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:40pm	Euston Station	5h 41m	10:21pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	4:40pm	Euston Station	5h 41m	10:21pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for London to Edinburgh on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:40pm	Euston Station	5h 41m	10:21pm	Waverley	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	Fastest
Train	7:00am	King's Cross	4h 20m	11:20am	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	8:40am	Euston Station	5h 39m	2:19pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	7:30am	King's Cross	4h 44m	12:14pm	Waverley	No tags
Train	4:40pm	Euston Station	5h 41m	10:21pm	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:24 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from London to Edinburgh

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8hAverage Duration

534 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$35 - $286	Average Duration12h 37m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$79 - $710	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$60 - $118	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

Train companies

London North Eastern Railway

4/530 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi5

According to customer reviews, there were significant issues with the train service. Multiple customers reported delays of up to 4 hours and some even mentioned that the train never arrived in Edinburgh, terminating the trip in New Castle instead. This resulted in inconvenience for passengers who had to take a taxi to reach their intended destination.

London North Eastern Railway London Edinburgh recent customer reviews

The train NEVER arrived in Edinburgh, the trip was terminated in New Castle. Had to take a taxi to Edinburgh!

Joann W.

July 12, 2022

It was great

Prisca K.

November 8, 2023

I asked them to improve

Mrs Sylvia N.

September 17, 2022

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Lumo

5/55 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Edinburgh?

Stops in London

A - Euston Station

B - King's Cross

C - St Pancras International

D - Waterloo

E - London Bridge

F - Marylebone

Stops in Edinburgh

A - Haymarket

B - Waverley

C - Edinburgh Park

D - Gateway

E - Bus Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Edinburgh

How much does a cheap train ticket from London to Edinburgh cost?
The average train ticket price from London to Edinburgh is $262. The best way to find cheap train tickets from London to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from London to Edinburgh?
A train trip between London and Edinburgh is around 4h 40m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 6m. This is the time it takes to travel the 535 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between London and Edinburgh?
The number of trains from London to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from London to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from London to Edinburgh?
When taking the train from London to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from London to Edinburgh?
Trains travelling between London and Edinburgh leave from Euston Station or King's Cross and arrive at Haymarket, Waverley, Edinburgh Park.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-12

$132

11-13

$414

Today

$168

11-15

$119

11-16

$136

11-17

$180

11-18

$169

11-19

$180

The cheapest trip from London to Edinburgh was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $119

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $119 to $659 for a train ticket from London to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2025-11-15.

Usually London North Eastern Railway will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.