Edinburgh to London by train
Travelling from Edinburgh to London by train takes about 4h 55m, run by LNER. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 20m.
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The journey, step by step
- 1trainEdinburgh → DoncasterLNER
- 2trainDoncaster → LondonLNER
train or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €127 | 4h 55m | 1 transfer |
| flight | €54 | 1h 20m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Edinburgh to London by train: common questions
How long does Edinburgh to London take by train?
About 4h 55m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to London?
The best price in our latest check was €127. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Edinburgh to London?
LNER. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 20m. It is cheaper too, at €54.
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