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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Edinburgh to London, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
Cheapest train of the day
AED 487.83
19:3701:14
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AED 487.83
Fri30May
Cheapest train of the day
AED 330.99
05:3609:59
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AED 330.99
Sat31May
Cheapest train of the day
AED 407.68
18:3023:20
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AED 407.68
Sun1Jun
Cheapest train of the day
AED 192.46
19:5800:56
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AED 192.46
Mon2Jun
Cheapest train of the day
AED 262.22
19:3700:56
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AED 262.22
Tue3Jun
Cheapest train of the day
AED 262.22
19:3700:56
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AED 262.22
Wed4Jun
Cheapest train of the day
AED 212.75
18:5201:17
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AED 212.75
Thu5Jun
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Edinburgh to London Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Edinburgh to London? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AED 192.46, with average prices for this route around AED 177.01.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Fri, May 30
    From AED 487.83
  • Sat, May 31
    From AED 330.99
  • Sun, Jun 1
    From AED 407.68
  • Mon, Jun 2
    From AED 192.46
  • Tue, Jun 3
    From AED 262.22
  • Wed, Jun 4
    From AED 262.22
  • Thu, Jun 5
    From AED 212.75
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:40
Edinburgh (Waverley)
09:40
London Kings Cross
4h 0m, DirectLNER
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05:48
Edinburgh (Waverley)
10:39
London Kings Cross
4h 51m, DirectLNER
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06:23
Edinburgh (Waverley)
10:46
London Kings Cross
4h 23m, DirectLumo
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06:30
Edinburgh (Waverley)
10:52
London Kings Cross
4h 22m, DirectLNER
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06:52
Edinburgh (Waverley)
12:57
London Euston
6h 5m, DirectAvanti West Coast
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07:00
Edinburgh (Waverley)
11:38
Paris
4h 38m, DirectLNER
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Edinburgh to London Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:40
Last train
Last train
23:32
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh
Arrival station
Arrival station
London
Journey time
Journey time
4h 0m
Distance
Distance
535 km
Price
Price
AED 192.46*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh to London

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Edinburgh and London on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.
Network Railcard for South East England

Network Railcard for South East England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Edinburgh to London. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh to London for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Edinburgh to London, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh to London ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Edinburgh to London more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh to London Train Ticket Types

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