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The cheapest and fastest trains from Musselburgh to London
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£231
Average price
£234
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
529 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Musselburgh to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Musselburgh to London will cost around £234 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £231.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Musselburgh for London every day 2 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 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 55 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.
10:465h55
Musselburgh16:41London
£2311One-way
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09:524h55
Musselburgh14:47London
£2381One-way
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09:524h55
Musselburgh14:47London
£2381One-way
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10:465h55
Musselburgh16:41London
£2311One-way
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Musselburgh to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Musselburgh to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 529 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£105 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Musselburgh to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Musselburgh to London run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 18:27. The fastest train covers the 529 km distance in 4h 53m.
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 £36
Distance 529 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 18:27 |
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 £36
Train companies: LNER from Musselburgh to London trainsLNER trains will get you between Musselburgh and London from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
LNER
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
£45
LNER frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Musselburgh to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Musselburgh to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.
To get from Musselburgh to London, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Booking trains from Musselburgh to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Musselburgh to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £50, while the average price tends to be around £105.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
The cheapest way to get from Musselburgh to London is by coach, costing approximately £36.
The train station in Musselburgh that goes to London is Musselburgh station (MUB), and it arrives at London Kings Cross (KGX).
A day trip from Musselburgh to London is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 53m. The distance is 529 km, and trains run 5 times per day.
The train distance from Musselburgh to London is 529 km.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Musselburgh to London.
The train journey from Musselburgh to London covers a distance of 529 km and takes approximately 4h 53m. Trains run 5 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Musselburgh to London.
The first train from Musselburgh to London leaves at 5:23.
The last train from Musselburgh to London departs at 18:27.
Trains from Musselburgh to London run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Musselburgh to London.
There is no night train service from Musselburgh to London.
The train journey from Musselburgh to London offers some scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the Scottish Lowlands and the rolling hills of Northern England. However, the scenery becomes less prominent as the train approaches the urban areas closer to London.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Musselburgh and London
Musselburgh
London
The major train station for departures in Musselburgh is Musselburgh. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Musselburgh for your trip from Musselburgh to London.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Musselburgh
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off at the mini roundabout before the railway bridge, Whitehill Farm Road
The major train station for arrivals in London is London Kings Cross. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Kings Cross for your journey to London from Musselburgh.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
ShoppingParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WC
HotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Wifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
Accessibility
- 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.
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for London Kings Cross
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
Accessibility
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
WC
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Public transport options for London Euston
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 08:10 - 14:50 Sunday 08:10 - 15:40 Ticket office managed by Southeastern
Distance to city center
15 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: newspapers
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Access to all platforms via steps from overbridge.
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: In booking hall
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: In booking hall - Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Unheated seating area in booking hall only available when staff are present
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Falconwood
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Lewisham - Bus stop D on Rochester Way. Towards Barnehurst - Bus stop R on Rochester Way.
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