Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport train with London North Eastern Railway

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 14 Oct

Cheapest price on 14 Oct

£77

Average ticket price on 14 Oct

£96

Fastest journey on 14 Oct

5 h 29 m

Average journey duration on 14 Oct

5 h 51 m

Trains on 14 Oct

7

Distance

530 km

Cheap tickets

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 £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.

Fast trains

On Wed 14 Oct, we found 7 trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport, including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 530 km distance in an average of 5 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 29 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.

  • Avanti West Coast
    7:526h29
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    14:21London Heathrow Airport
    £771One-way
    0 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway
    7:005h51
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    12:51London Heathrow Airport
    £801One-way
    0 changes
  • Avanti West Coast
    8:526h29
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    15:21London Heathrow Airport
    £811One-way
    0 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway
    8:005h51
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    13:51London Heathrow Airport
    £951One-way
    0 changes
  • London North Eastern Railway
    20:208h52
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    5:12London Heathrow Airport
    £1041One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport

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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 09:26. The fastest train covers the 530 km distance in 4h 40m.

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 £28
Distance
530 km
Average train duration
5h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£60
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
4h 40m
First train
6:30
Last train
9:26
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 £28

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 today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
London North Eastern RailwayG08180+Elizabeth lineC37070+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street
On time
8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h52
13:52 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)		2 changes
London North Eastern RailwayG08180+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+Elizabeth lineC37282
On time
8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
6h06
14:06 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)		2 changes
Transpennine ExpressW84901+Avanti West CoastW34039+TubeTube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+Elizabeth lineC36889
On time
8:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
6h12
14:24 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)		3 changes
Transpennine ExpressW84901+TubeTube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+Avanti West CoastW34039+Elizabeth lineC37296
On time
8:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
6h24
14:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)		3 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and London Heathrow Airport from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

London North Eastern Railway

About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average London North Eastern Railway Duration
4h 40m
Cheapest London North Eastern Railway Price
£63
London North Eastern Railway frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone

Lumo

About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lumo Duration
4h 42m
Cheapest Lumo Price
£60
Lumo frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
5h 18m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£68
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Avanti West Coast

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
5h 27m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£71
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Transpennine Express

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CrossCountry Duration
5h 10m
Cheapest CrossCountry Price
£129
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about CrossCountry

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £60, while the average price tends to be around £179.
The train journey from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport covers a distance of 530 km and takes approximately 4h 40m. Trains run 12 per day.
The train distance from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport is 530 km.
The first train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 6:30.
The last train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport departs at 9:26.
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport run approximately 12 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport.
There is no night train service from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport.
Booking trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow 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 Waverley to London Heathrow Airport offers scenic views, particularly through the rolling hills and countryside of southern Scotland and northern England.
Yes, you can take the train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Heathrow Airport.

popular train stations

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.

Departure train stations in Edinburgh
Arrival train stations in London
Edinburgh WaverleyPrinces St, Edinburgh EH1 1BB, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre

BusUk090 · 12m · £0.89 · every ~32 min

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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