The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£103
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £103 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
W33933 · W33975+
C36934+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)8:526h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£921One-way3 changes
G80097+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+
C3728318:005h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)23:37Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£1071One-way2 changes
G08186+
C37296+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street9:005h31Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:31Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£1121One-way2 changes
G08186+
C37296+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street9:005h31Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:31Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£1121One-way2 changes
G80097+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+
C3728318:005h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)23:37Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£1071One-way2 changes
W33933 · W33975+
C36934+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)8:526h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£921One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 530 km
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Live departures
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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W33933 · W33975+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C36934 | 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h30 | 15:22 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 changes | |
G08186+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+ C37296 | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h31 | 14:31 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
G80097+ Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+ C37283 | 18:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h37 | 23:37 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 530 km distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 530 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 20:20 |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and London Heathrow Airport from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and London Heathrow Airport
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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