London to Edinburgh by train
Travelling from London to Edinburgh by train takes about 4h 25m, run by LNER. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 15m.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €53
- Total journey
- 4h 25m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- LNER
Omio catalogue, Sep 9 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1London to EdinburghLNER4h 25m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from London to Edinburgh
LNER runs 40 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:45 and the last at 20:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| LNER | 40 | 05:45 | 20:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €20Checked Sep 8 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €83Reading date not recorded | 14h 32m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€20Checked Sep 81h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€83Reading date not recorded14h 32m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
London to Edinburgh by train: common questions
How long does London to Edinburgh take by train?
About 4h 25m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from London to Edinburgh?
Omio publishes €53 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the train from London to Edinburgh?
LNER. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 15m. It is cheaper too, at €33.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- London Edinburgh train
- London to Edinburgh by train
- train ticket London to Edinburgh
- how long is the train from London to Edinburgh