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Gillingham to Edinburgh train with LNER

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Gillingham to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 18 Mar

Cheapest price

£72

Average price

£74

Fastest journey

5 h 47 m

Average duration

6 h 5 m

Trains per day

Distance

564 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gillingham to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Gillingham to Edinburgh will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Gillingham for Edinburgh every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 564 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 22 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.

05:586h22

Gillingham

12:20Edinburgh

£721One-way

0 changes

13:245h47

Gillingham

19:11Edinburgh

£761One-way

0 changes

Gillingham to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
LumoLumo	13:24 Gillingham	5h47	19:11 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast	05:58 Gillingham	6h22	12:20 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gillingham to Edinburgh

Trains from Gillingham to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £25 by bus.

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 £25

Distance

563 km

Average train duration

6h 20m

Cheapest ticket price

£72

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 47m

First train

05:36

Last train

18:30

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £25

Train providers: East Coast and Southeastern trains Gillingham to Edinburgh

Find the best trains from Gillingham to Edinburgh with Omio's travel partners East Coast and Southeastern from £76. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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.

Train information from Gillingham to Edinburgh with East Coast:

Average Duration: 6 h 25 min
Cheapest Price: £76

Southeastern is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to Kent, Sussex, Surrey and parts of East Anglia. It runs services from early morning until late at night, seven days a week. Southeastern has a range of train types, including high-speed Javelin trains, commuter-friendly Metro services, and the classic InterCity services. Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Southeastern are London to Kent, London to Eastbourne, and London to Hastings.

Gillingham to Edinburgh train information with Southeastern:

Average Duration: 6 h 54 min
Cheapest Price: £613
Southeastern frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: Gillingham to Edinburgh train

FAQs: Travel by train from Gillingham to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gillingham to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Gillingham to Edinburgh can start from as little as £105 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gillingham to Edinburgh is £140; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Gillingham to Edinburgh train time is 5 h 47 min covering the 349 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Gillingham to Edinburgh leaves at 05: 36. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Gillingham to Edinburgh leaves at 18: 31.

There are 6 trains a day from Gillingham to Edinburgh which require at least one change with LNER. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Gillingham to Edinburgh you can take a train with LNER. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Edinburgh from Gillingham on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 31.

The cheapest month for a train from Gillingham to Edinburgh is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Gillingham to Edinburgh including taking a train, coach or flight.