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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Slateford (SLA) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
The cheapest option from Slateford to London Kings Cross is coach, with an average price of £30. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Slateford to London Kings Cross among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 530 km
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5h 18m Average total duration Fastest option 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Slateford (SLA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Slateford (SLA) to London Kings Cross (KGX)
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Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Slateford to London Kings Cross, including direct trains, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £335 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:42, the last at 08:42. The fastest train covers the 530 km distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 530 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Lowest ticket price £335 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 8:42 |
Last train 8:42 |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Slateford (SLA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Slateford (SLA) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Slateford (SLA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slateford (SLA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Slateford (SLA) and London Kings Cross (KGX)
Most Slateford (SLA) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Slateford (SLA) and London Kings Cross (KGX) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Slateford from Edinburgh city centre
Slateford is 4 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Slateford train station facilities and services
Slateford has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Slateford.
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 Slateford: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Slateford: Bike Parking.
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.
Most popular trains to and from London Kings Cross (KGX) and Slateford (SLA)
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