Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport train

Thu, 20 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for 21 Nov

Cheapest price

£108

Average price

£117

Fastest journey

5 h 58 m

Average duration

6 h 14 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

572 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Edinburgh Airport for London Gatwick Airport every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 572 km distance in an average of 6 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 58 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

LNER
09:256h30
Edinburgh Airport
15:55London Gatwick Airport
£1081One-way
0 changes
Lumo
07:526h08
Edinburgh Airport
14:00London Gatwick Airport
£1201One-way
0 changes
LNER
07:356h20
Edinburgh Airport
13:55London Gatwick Airport
£1211One-way
0 changes
LNER
07:025h58
Edinburgh Airport
13:00London Gatwick Airport
£1211One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £87.

Distance: 572 km

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Coach

£111

Average Price

£82

Average Price

£50

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Cheapest

6h 57m

Average total duration

6h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

13h 6m

Average total duration

12h 36m

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30m

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Live departures

Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:22
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
lumo_trains07:52 Edinburgh Airport
6h08
14:00 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
london_north_eastern_railway08:02 Edinburgh Airport
6h06
14:08 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
london_north_eastern_railway08:20 Edinburgh Airport
6h35
14:55 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect
Friday 21 November
london_north_eastern_railway07:02 Edinburgh Airport
5h58
13:00 London Gatwick Airport0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:51, the last at 09:09. The fastest train covers the 572 km distance in 5h 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29
Distance
572 km
Average train duration
6h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
£87
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
5h 51m
First train
06:51
Last train
09:09
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £29

FAQs: Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is by coach, costing approximately £29.
Booking trains from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is not directly scenic as it involves a combination of train and possibly other transport modes. However, certain segments like the East Coast Main Line offer picturesque views of the British countryside, coastal landscapes, and historic sites.
The train distance from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 572 km.
The train journey from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport covers a distance of 572 km and takes approximately 5h 51m. Trains run 14 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £87, while the average price tends to be around £111.
The last train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport departs at 9:09.
There is no night train service from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The first train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 6:51.
A day trip from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 51m. However, there are 14 trips per day available for trains. The distance covered is 572 km.
Trains from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport run approximately 14 times per day.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
To get from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.

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