Is there a nonstop train from London to Edinburgh?
Enjoy direct train run by Avanti West Coast and LNER from the London’s King’s Cross or Euston railway stations to the Edinburgh’s Waverley station. The train trip London – Edinburgh takes approximately 4.5 hours, reaching trains fastest speed of 125 mph. Plus, there are about 298 daily departures!
What train companies go from London to Edinburgh?
London to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train
| Journey time | From 4h 10m |
|---|---|
| Departure station | London |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh (Waverley) |
| Changes | Direct trains available |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Is there a fast train from London to Edinburgh?
London to Edinburgh Train Information Direct high-speed trains run by LNER depart from Kings Cross station in London and take you to the Central station in Edinburgh in about 4.5 hours, reaching the maximum speed of 125 mph!
Can you catch a train from London to Edinburgh?
Yes! You can take the train from London to Edinburgh (Waverley) without needing to change. Find direct trains to Edinburgh (Waverley) with our online journey Planner.
Do Virgin Trains go to Edinburgh?
The first train leaves at 05h31 from London King’s Cross to Edinburgh Waverley, the last train leaves at 23h50….Trains London <> Edinburgh.
| Booking horizon | approx. 12 weeks |
|---|---|
| Last train Edinburgh | 23h40 |
| Trains per day | 84 |
| Train company | Virgin Trains / Cross Country |
| Station London | London Kings Cross |
How do I get from London to Scotland by train?
You can catch a direct train from London Kings Cross to Aberdeen or take the sleeper train from London Euston. Your train will arrive at Aberdeen Rail Station which gives you easy access to the city centre. Trains will take between 7 and 10 hours. Take a look at trains to Aberdeen.
Is there still a sleeper train to Scotland?
The Caledonian Sleeper runs six days a week, Sunday to Friday. Travelling southbound from Scotland to London Euston, search for services after 19:00 (after 20:00 from Edinburgh Waverley). Travelling northbound from London Euston to Scotland, search for services after 21:00. You can book tickets up to 12 months ahead.