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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from London to Edinburgh, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
London to Edinburgh train prices and times
Looking to travel from London to Edinburgh? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$ 66.91, with average prices for this route around AU$ 74.84.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:30 London St. Pancras International | 11:33 Edinburgh (Waverley) |   | Find Tickets |
06:00 London St. Pancras International | 12:13 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
06:03 London Euston | 11:37 Edinburgh (Waverley) |   | Find Tickets |
06:03 London Euston | 11:44 Edinburgh Park | | Find Tickets |
06:03 London Euston | 11:50 Edinburgh Gateway | | Find Tickets |
06:16 London Euston | 12:18 Paris | | Find Tickets |
London to Edinburgh train route details
First train
05:30
Last train
23:37
Journey time
4h 48m
Distance
535 km
Price
AU$ 66.91*
How to book cheap train tickets from London to Edinburgh
Season Tickets for frequent travels
For frequent travellers between London and Edinburgh, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for Southeast England
For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London to Edinburgh can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London to Edinburgh 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 for greater savings
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 travelling from London to Edinburgh, 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%
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 London to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London to Edinburgh train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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