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London Paddington to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Paddington to Edinburgh (Waverley), starting from £27.90 and averaging £37.40. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 50m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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09:30
London Paddington
14:22
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 52m, DirectLNER
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09:33
London Paddington
15:01
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 28m, Changes requiredLNERCrossCountry
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10:00
London Paddington
15:08
Edinburgh (Waverley)
5h 8m, DirectLNER
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10:15
London Paddington
15:11
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 56m, DirectLumo
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10:30
London Paddington
15:24
Edinburgh (Waverley)
4h 54m, DirectLNER
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10:57
London Paddington
16:06
Paris
5h 9m, Changes requiredGrand CentralCrossCountry
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London Paddington to Edinburgh (Waverley) Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:40
Last train
Last train
22:58
Departure station
Departure station
London Paddington
Arrival station
Arrival station
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Journey time
Journey time
4h 50m
Distance
Distance
532 km
Price
Price
£27.90*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between London Paddington and Edinburgh (Waverley) 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 London Paddington to Edinburgh (Waverley). 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Paddington to Edinburgh (Waverley), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

London Paddington to Edinburgh (Waverley) train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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