The cheapest and fastest trains from Gravesend to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£340
Average price
£340
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gravesend to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gravesend to Edinburgh will cost around £340 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £340.
To travel from Gravesend to Edinburgh you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:116h59Gravesend13:10Edinburgh£3401One-way2 changes
7:226h48Gravesend14:10Edinburgh£3401One-way2 changes
8:216h49Gravesend15:10Edinburgh£3401One-way2 changes
9:156h52Gravesend16:07Edinburgh£3401One-way2 changes
7:226h48Gravesend14:10Edinburgh£3401One-way2 changes
8:216h49Gravesend15:10Edinburgh£3401One-way2 changes
9:156h52Gravesend16:07Edinburgh£3401One-way2 changes
6:116h59Gravesend13:10Edinburgh£3401One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Gravesend to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gravesend to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 554 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£93 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Gravesend to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Gravesend to Edinburgh trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80198+ Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+ P86883 | On time 4:33 Gravesend station (GRV) | 6h05 | 10:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
G80199+ P85310 | On time 5:42 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h51 | 11:33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
W34177 · W34144+ Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+ C10032 | 5:59 Gravesend station (GRV) | 6h21 | 12:20 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4 changes | |
C02000+ G66987+ Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C36958 | 5:59 Gravesend station (GRV) | 7h11 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4 changes | |
G80203+ P85313 | 6:11 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h27 | 11:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80205+ P85101 | 6:41 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h49 | 12:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80209+ P86368 | 7:22 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h15 | 12:37 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80211+ P85105 | 7:41 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h51 | 13:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80215+ P86371 | 8:21 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h17 | 13:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80216+ P85323 | 8:45 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h42 | 14:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80221+ Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+ P87086 · P89908 | 8:49 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h50 | 14:39 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 changes | |
P85326+ G25698 | 9:15 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h17 | 14:32 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80224+ P85330 | 9:45 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h49 | 15:34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80226+ P85331 | 10:15 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h23 | 15:38 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
G80228+ P85124 | 10:45 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h42 | 16:27 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
Tube from London Bridge to London Kings Cross+ G80232+ P89940 · P87205 | 10:49 Gravesend station (GRV) | 5h53 | 16:42 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3 changes | |
Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Kings Cross+ C02047+ G01067+ C37129 | 10:59 Gravesend station (GRV) | 6h10 | 17:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gravesend to Edinburgh
Trains from Gravesend to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 554 km distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 554 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 19:00 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Southeastern from Gravesend to Edinburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Southeastern trains will get you between Gravesend and Edinburgh from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gravesend to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gravesend to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Gravesend and Edinburgh
Most Gravesend to Edinburgh trains use the Gravesend to Edinburgh Waverley station pair. Use this guide to compare Gravesend and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Gravesend station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
Getting to Gravesend from Gravesend city centre
Gravesend train station facilities and services
Gravesend has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gravesend.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gravesend. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gravesend: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gravesend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gravesend: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Direct step free access to Platform 0 for services towards London via the main entrance on Rathmore Road. Direct step free access to Platform 2 for services away from London via the side entrance on Clive Road. Direct step free access to Platform 1 from Platform 0. All platforms and interchange via lifts or steps from the station overbridge, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: in the booking hall on Platform 0 entrance, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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.
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