How to get from
London to Edinburgh
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Compare prices to get from London to Edinburgh
CAD 49|4h 5m
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Lumo05:45
4h 12m
09:57
London Kings CrossWaverley
CAD 49
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LNER13:30
4h 5m
17:35
London Kings CrossWaverley
CAD 68
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Lumo10:15
4h 23m
14:38
London Kings CrossWaverley
CAD 49
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Lumo12:15
4h 17m
16:32
London Kings CrossWaverley
CAD 49
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- Prices shown from London to Edinburgh are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from London to Edinburgh
The cheapest way to get from London to Edinburgh costs only CAD 49 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 2h 23m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains Cheapest
Average price CAD 49
Average duration6h 25m
Departure Time22:03 - 12:20
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Flights Fastest
Average price CAD 68
Average duration2h 23m
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Buses
Average price CAD 53
Average duration11h 12m
Departure Time21:55 - 17:15
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from London to Edinburgh?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from London to Edinburgh?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from London to Edinburgh is Friday, with an average price of CAD 51.
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What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from London to Edinburgh?
Based on Trip.com data, the cheapest month to fly from London to Edinburgh is March, with an average price of CAD 31. The most expensive month is usually July, with average prices reaching CAD 49.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from London to Edinburgh by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from London to Edinburgh is Tuesday, with an average price of CAD 45.
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From London to Edinburgh: Travel Information
Find stations and airports near London and Edinburgh
Popular train stations near London
London Victoria
London Charing Cross
London Underground Zone U1
London Waterloo
Waterloo
Popular train stations near Edinburgh
Waverley
Haymarket
Slateford
Newcraighall
Brunstane
Popular airports near London
London City Airport (LCY)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London Southend Airport (SEN)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Popular airports near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Dundee Airport (DND) Nearby
Popular bus stations near London
London Waterloo Rail Station
London Southwark
London Grosvenor Pl
London Victoria Buckingham Palace Road
Stop 6
Popular bus stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station
Edinburgh North Bridge
Edinburgh Waterloo Place
Edinburgh Leith Street Stop JA
Edinburgh Elder Street Bus Stop
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FAQ – How to Get from London to Edinburgh
How far is it from London to Edinburgh?
It’s about 539 km (335 miles) from London to Edinburgh.How do I travel from London to Edinburgh?
There are 3 different ways to get from London to Edinburgh, including Flights, Trains, Buses.What is the fastest way to travel from London to Edinburgh?
The fastest way to get from London to Edinburgh is by Flights, with an average journey time of 2 hours 23 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 6h 25m.Buses takes on average 11h 12m.What is the cheapest way to travel from London to Edinburgh?
The cheapest way to get from London to Edinburgh is by Trains, with an average price of CAD 49. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Buses costs around CAD 53 on avergae.Flights costs around CAD 68 on avergae.Where do trips from London to Edinburgh usually depart and arrive?
For trips between London and Edinburgh, visitors typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from London City Airport and arrive at Edinburgh Airport; Trains depart from London Victoria and arrive at Waverley; Buses depart from London Waterloo Rail Station and arrive at Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station.When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from London to Edinburgh?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from London to Edinburgh are typically cheapest March, with an average fare of CAD 31. Flights from London to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Friday, with an average fare of CAD 51. Flights from London to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of CAD 45Is there a time difference between London and Edinburgh?
The time difference between London and Edinburgh is 0h.