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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on 07 Oct
£75
Average ticket price on 07 Oct
£94
Fastest journey on 07 Oct
5 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 07 Oct
5 h 43 m
Trains on 07 Oct
6
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh 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 to London Gatwick Airport will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
To travel from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport you need to make at least one change.
W33933 · W33975+
Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G773728:526h38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£751One-way3 changes
C02015+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+
G264208:305h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£871One-way2 changes- W33933 · W34094+G26427+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:526h27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£891One-way3 changes
- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G773568:005h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£921One-way2 changes
- G08186+G77368+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria9:005h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1041One-way2 changes
G25682+
W454738:265h18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:44Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1181One-way1 change- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G773568:005h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£921One-way2 changes
- G08186+G77368+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria9:005h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:30Gatwick Airport (GTW)£1041One-way2 changes
- C02015+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G264208:305h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)14:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£871One-way2 changes
- W33933 · W34094+G26427+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria8:526h27Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:19Gatwick Airport (GTW)£891One-way3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 15:30. The fastest train covers the 569 km distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 569 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 7:00 |
Last train 15:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G08180+G77356+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria | 8:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h30 | 13:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| G25682+W45473 | 8:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h18 | 13:44 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 change | |
| C02015+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G26420 | 8:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h49 | 14:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
| W33933 · W34094+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26427 | 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h27 | 15:19 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| W33933 · W33975+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G77372 | 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h38 | 15:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 changes | |
| G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G77368 | 9:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h30 | 14:30 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 changes | |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh and London Gatwick Airport from £27. 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 to London Gatwick Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and London Gatwick Airport
Most Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and London Gatwick 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.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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