The cheapest and fastest trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
531 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
Of the 5 trains that leave London St Pancras International (STP) 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 531 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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 train, coach and flight for London St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 531 km
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Live departures
London St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for London St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L01436+ C23650 | On time 08:26 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h39 | 13:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 change | |
Y23418 | On time 08:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h40 | 13:10 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23421 | On time 09:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h22 | 13:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23424 | On time 09:30 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h45 | 14:15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23477 | On time 10:00 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h22 | 14:22 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y23197+ C23206 · C23655 | On time 10:03 London Kings Cross (KGX) | 4h58 | 15:01 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 531 km distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 531 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 04:48 |
Last train 19:27 |
Train companies: LNER, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains from London St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLNER, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between London St Pancras International (STP) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London St Pancras International (STP) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London St Pancras International (STP) 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 London St Pancras International (STP) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Betjeman Arms
- AMT Coffee
- The Booking Office
- Carluccio’s
- Chop’d
- Greggs
- Taxi: Midland Road: Currently the taxi pick up is located next to Thameslink station entrance. Soon a large covered queuing area will be available halfway along the lower concourse where passengers can wait for marshalled taxis. Pancras Road: There are two taxi drop off areas in Pancras Road. One is situated halfway along the old Victorian brick built Barlow shed and is convenient for Eurostar passengers. The second is situated close to the main entrance in the new part of the station and is suitable for passengers travelling within the UK.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Midland Road and Pancras Road
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: There are two accessible toilets in this station that are operated by a radar key. One is next to Eurostar arrivals. Toilet attendants are available too.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The Standard
- Kimpton Fitzroy London
- Alhambra Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:15
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the lower level in the main hall.
- Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
- Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
- Bus lines: 326, 139
- 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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