Trains from London to Edinburgh (Waverley) run up to 2 times per hour.
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Journey information from London to Edinburgh (Waverley)
How much is a train ticket from London to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
Trains from London to Edinburgh (Waverley) start at £35 one-way when you book in advance . Plan your journey online to see the cheapest train tickets to Edinburgh (Waverley) for your chosen travel times.
How long does it take to travel from London to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?
The average journey time from London to Edinburgh (Waverley) is 4 hours 56 minutes. Journey times might be slightly longer on weekends and Bank Holidays. Use our online journey planner or download a timetable for more details.
How many trains a day are there from London to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
There are up to 45 trains per day from London to Edinburgh (Waverley).
Are there any direct trains from London to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
Yes! You can take the train from London to Edinburgh (Waverley) without needing to change. Find direct trains to Edinburgh (Waverley) with our online journey Planner.
What time is the first train from London to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
The first train leaves at 05:48 from London to Edinburgh (Waverley). Buy your tickets in advance online or from our app and you’ll have one less thing to do before you board.
What time is the last train from London to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
The last train from London to Edinburgh (Waverley) leaves at 23:45.
Can I book assistance for my journey from London to Edinburgh (Waverley)?
Yes, we offer Passenger Assist services at the station and on-board between London and Edinburgh (Waverley). You’ll need to book at least 2 hours before you travel, or before 22:00 if you’re travelling early next day. You can book assistance online or by calling our Assisted Travel team on 0800 046 1634.
London Kings Cross
- Ticket office
- Step-free access
- Prepurchase collection
- Car park
- Ticket machine
- Toilets
- Taxi-rank
- Wifi
- Seated area available
Edinburgh
- Ticket office
- Step-free access
- Prepurchase collection
- Car park
- Ticket machine
- Toilets
- Taxi-rank
- Wifi
- Seated area available