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Trip Overview

The average train between Heathrow and Edinburgh takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 2m. There is an hourly train service from Heathrow 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.

5h 26m
Duration
408 mi
Distance
£151
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London Kings Cross

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  1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 27m
£128–230

Heathrow to Edinburgh train times

Trains run hourly between Heathrow and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 3:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Heathrow is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 10:27 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross St. Pancras station and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 408 mi
  • Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 6m.

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