London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train with LNER

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Showing times and prices for 23 Mar

Cheapest price

£66

Average price

£113

Fastest journey

5 h 57 m

Average duration

6 h 20 m

Trains per day

Distance

530 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) 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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave London Heathrow Airport (LHR) 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 530 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 57 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 5 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.

10:537h14

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

18:07Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

£661One-way

0 changes

14:336h32

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

21:05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

£1071One-way

0 changes

08:057h05

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

15:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

£1311One-way

0 changes

09:096h01

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

15:10Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

£1311One-way

0 changes

08:036h06

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

14:09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

£1321One-way

0 changes

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 23 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
LNERLNER	08:05 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	7h05	15:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 changesDirect
CrossCountryCrossCountry	14:33 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	6h32	21:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	08:03 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	6h06	14:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	13:12 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	5h57	19:09 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	10:53 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	7h14	18:07 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	0 changesDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

Trains from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £26 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 £26

Distance

529 km

Average train duration

6h 4m

Cheapest ticket price

£52

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 25m

First train

08:00

Last train

19:00

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £26

Train companies: East Coast, Lumo and CrossCountry trains London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

For as little as £100 you can travel by train to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with East Coast, Lumo and CrossCountry. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

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.

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train information with East Coast:

Average Duration: 5 h 35 min
Cheapest Price: £100

Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.

Train information from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with Lumo:

Average Duration: 5 h 29 min
Cheapest Price: £126

CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 6 h 9 min
Cheapest Price: £127

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Train information from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 5 h 19 min
Cheapest Price: £387
Virgin Trains frequency: 7 a day

FAQs: London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train

FAQs: Travel by train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

Cheap train tickets from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) can start from as little as £90 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train time is 5 h 24 min covering the 328 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 05: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) leaves at 18: 17.

There are 17 trains a day from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) which require at least one change with LNER, Lumo or CrossCountry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with LNER, Lumo or CrossCountry. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 18: 17.

The cheapest month to travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) by train is March.

You have options as you can travel from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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The major train station for departures in London is London Heathrow Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Heathrow Airport for your trip from London to Edinburgh.

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