The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£154
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £154 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Of the 5 trains that leave Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 529 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 39 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 529 km
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£225 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £153 Average Price |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y17568+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ Y23418 | On time 06:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 7h00 | 13:17 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
Y17377+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ Y23477 | On time 07:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 7h05 | 14:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
Y17315+ Tube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+ Y23428 | On time 08:17 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 6h51 | 15:08 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 18:17. The fastest train covers the 529 km distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 529 km |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 18:17 |
Train companies: LNER, Lumo from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLNER, Lumo trains will get you between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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