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Compare coach, train and flight for London to Musselburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Musselburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £114.
Distance: 529 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£98 Average Price | £114 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 16m Average total duration 9h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Musselburgh:
A coach is £58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Musselburgh costing on average £98.
A coach is £75 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Musselburgh costing on average £114.
Other travel options to Musselburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 26m.
Coach takes on average 9h 46m.
The journey is about 3h 12m faster (4h 26m by train vs 7h 38m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£98 vs £100). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Why should you book London to Musselburgh trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs London North Eastern Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for London North Eastern Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo to find the best option for your trip from London to Musselburgh.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare London North Eastern Railway with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Musselburgh.
How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Musselburgh?
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Musselburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Musselburgh run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 529 km distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 529 km |
Average train duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 5:28 |
Last train 19:29 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo from London to Musselburgh trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo trains will get you between London and Musselburgh from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
Lumo
FAQs: London to Musselburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Musselburgh 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 Musselburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Musselburgh
Most London to Musselburgh trains use the London Kings Cross to Musselburgh station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Musselburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Musselburgh station do trains from London arrive at?
Getting to Musselburgh from Musselburgh city centre
Musselburgh is 1 km from Musselburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Musselburgh train station facilities and services
Musselburgh has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Musselburgh.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Musselburgh: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Musselburgh: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Musselburgh: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Ramps to both platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 6, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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