The average train between Gerrards Cross and Edinburgh takes 8h 26m and the fastest train takes 6h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Gerrards Cross to Edinburgh. 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 2 hours between Gerrards Cross and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gerrards Cross is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 12:18 PM. All services require a transfer at York Road and take an average of 8h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Gerrards Cross to Edinburgh? 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 Gerrards Cross to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Gerrards Cross station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.
Gerrards Cross to Edinburgh train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, depart from King's Cross station.
Gerrards Cross to Edinburgh train services, operated by Chiltern Railways, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Gerrards Cross to Edinburgh train tickets online with Chiltern Railways, Cross Country and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Gerrards Cross and Edinburgh is 515.5 km. The road distance is 665 km.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 5m.