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Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh train with LNER

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 18 Mar

Cheapest price

£109

Average price

£167

Fastest journey

5 h 36 m

Average duration

5 h 55 m

Trains per day

Distance

540 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh will cost around £167 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £109.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Kingston upon Thames for Edinburgh 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 540 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 36 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 16 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.

09:485h36

Kingston upon Thames

15:24Edinburgh

£1091One-way

0 changes

10:485h38

Kingston upon Thames

16:26Edinburgh

£1091One-way

0 changes

05:046h16

Kingston upon Thames

11:20Edinburgh

£1621One-way

0 changes

07:185h52

Kingston upon Thames

13:10Edinburgh

£2281One-way

0 changes

05:596h15

Kingston upon Thames

12:14Edinburgh

£2281One-way

0 changes

Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
LNERLNER	05:59 Kingston upon Thames	6h15	12:14 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	05:04 Kingston upon Thames	6h16	11:20 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	07:18 Kingston upon Thames	5h52	13:10 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	10:48 Kingston upon Thames	5h38	16:26 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	09:48 Kingston upon Thames	5h36	15:24 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh

Trains from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £19 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 £19

Distance

539 km

Average train duration

6h 13m

Cheapest ticket price

£67

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 32m

First train

01:40

Last train

19:36

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £19

Train companies: East Coast, CrossCountry and South Western Railway trains Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh

Buy your official East Coast, CrossCountry and South Western Railway train tickets to Edinburgh from Kingston upon Thames from £85 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable 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 Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh with East Coast:

Average Duration: 5 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: £85

South Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom, providing services in the south and south-west of England. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed trains, local stopping services, and suburban commuter trains. It also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for South Western Railway include London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour, London Waterloo to Weymouth, and London Waterloo to Bournemouth.

Train information from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh with South Western Railway:

Average Duration: 7 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: £383
South Western Railway frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh train

FAQs: Travel by train from Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh can start from as little as £63 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh is £150; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh is 5 h 34 min to travel the 334 mile long trip, with around there are 10 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh leaves at 01: 22. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh leaves at 19: 36.

There are 10 trains a day from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh which require at least one change with LNER, CrossCountry or South Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh you can take a train with LNER, CrossCountry or South Western Railway. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Edinburgh from Kingston upon Thames on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 36.

The cheapest month for a train from Kingston upon Thames to Edinburgh is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kingston upon Thames and Edinburgh including taking a train, coach or flight.