How to get from
Edinburgh to London
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Compare prices to get from Edinburgh to London
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$29|7h 35m
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Lumo06:26
4h 18m
10:44
WaverleyLondon Kings Cross
$36
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LNER10:00
4h 9m
14:09
WaverleyLondon Kings Cross
$49
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Lumo08:26
4h 20m
12:46
WaverleyLondon Kings Cross
$36
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Lumo11:25
4h 20m
15:45
WaverleyLondon Kings Cross
$36
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- Prices shown from Edinburgh to London are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare flights, trains, and buses from Edinburgh to London
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to London costs only $30 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 1h 43m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price $58
Average duration4h 41m
Departure Time05:37 - 14:38
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Flights Fastest
Average price $43
Average duration1h 43m
Departure Time05:50 - 21:40
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Buses Cheapest
Average price $30
Average duration12h 2m
Departure Time08:45 - 04:50
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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 Edinburgh to London?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Edinburgh to London?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Edinburgh to London is Friday, with an average price of $36.
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Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Edinburgh to London?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh to London is March, with an average price of $23; while the month with the highest flight price is usually May, with an average price of up to $33.
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What is the cheapest day to travel from Edinburgh to London by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Edinburgh to London is Monday, with an average price of $30.
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Edinburgh to London travel tips
Find departure & arrival points near Edinburgh and London
Popular train stations near Edinburgh
Waverley
Haymarket
Slateford
Newcraighall
Brunstane
Popular train stations near London
London Victoria
London Charing Cross
London Underground Zone U1
London Waterloo
London Waterloo
Popular airports near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Dundee Airport (DND) Nearby
Popular airports near London
Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London City Airport (LCY)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Southend Airport (SEN)
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
Popular bus stations near London
London Waterloo Rail Station
London Southwark
London Grosvenor Pl
London Victoria Buckingham Palace Road
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How to travel from Edinburgh to London: FAQs
How far is it from Edinburgh to London?
It’s about 539 km (335 miles) from Edinburgh to London.How do I get from Edinburgh to London?
You can travel from Edinburgh to London in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to London?
The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to London is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 43 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 4h 41m.Buses takes on average 12h 2m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Edinburgh to London?
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to London is by Buses, with an average price of $30. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around $43 on avergae.Trains costs around $58 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Edinburgh and London?
For trips between Edinburgh and London, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive at Heathrow Airport; Trains depart from Waverley and arrive at London Victoria; Buses depart from Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station and arrive at London Waterloo Rail Station.How far in advance should I book tickets from Edinburgh to London to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Edinburgh to London are typically cheapest March, with an average fare of $23. Flights from Edinburgh to London are typically cheapest Friday, with an average fare of $36. Flights from Edinburgh to London are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of $30Are Edinburgh and London in the same time zone?
There is a 0h time difference between Edinburgh and London.