Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Food available
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£230
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£230
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
5 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
5 h 4 m
Trains on 05 Sept
2
Distance
533 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) will cost around £230 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £230.
To travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stratford (London) (SRA) you need to make at least one change.
G08169+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Stratford (London)
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G07208+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Highbury & Islington
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G07208+
Tube from London Kings Cross to Highbury & Islington
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Tube from London Kings Cross to Stratford (London)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stratford (London) (SRA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £53, while a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 533 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 1h 58m faster (5h 8m by train vs 7h 6m by car) and roughly £49 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£53 vs £102). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G08169+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Stratford (London) | 5:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h06 | 10:43 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 1 change | |
G08169+ Tube from London Kings Cross to Highbury & Islington+ G07208 | 5:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h01 | 10:38 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stratford (London) (SRA) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 16:21, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 533 km distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 533 km |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 16:21 |
Last train 17:30 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Stratford (London) station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Stratford (London) (SRA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
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 storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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