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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£261
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£263
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
5 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
5 h 45 m
Trains on 29 Aug
4
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh 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 to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £263 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £261.
To travel from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport you need to make at least 2 changes.
G25715+
W45719+
C369196:265h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£2611One-way2 changes
C01967+W45649+C373015:505h46Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:36Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)£2611One-way2 changes- C01967+W45649+C373015:505h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:30Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£2611One-way2 changes
W84897+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C36942+
W335486:136h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£2681One-way3 changes
- G25715+W45719+C369196:265h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:52Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£2611One-way2 changes
- C01967+W45649+C373015:505h40Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:30Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£2611One-way2 changes
- C01967+W45649+C373015:505h46Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)11:36Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)£2611One-way2 changes
- W84897+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C36942+W335486:136h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)12:22Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)£2681One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 530 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£98 Average Price | £131 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01967+W45649+C37301 | 5:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h46 | 11:36 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 changes | |
| C01967+C37301+W45649 | 5:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h40 | 11:30 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
| W84897+W33548+C36942+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) | 6:13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h09 | 12:22 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 changes | |
| G25715+W45719+C36919 | 6:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h26 | 11:52 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 09:26. The fastest train covers the 530 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 530 km |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 5:26 |
Last train 9:26 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh 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.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and London Heathrow Airport
Most Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh 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.
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 Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
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 Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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