The average train between Edinburgh and Hayes takes 7h 34m and the fastest train takes 6h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Hayes. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Hayes. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Hayes at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 7h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Hayes? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Hayes. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Hayes station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.
Edinburgh to Hayes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Hayes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at King's Cross station.
Book your Edinburgh to Hayes train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Edinburgh and Hayes is 550.8 km. The road distance is 654 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 8m.