The average train between Westminster and Edinburgh takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Westminster 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 30 minutes between Westminster and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Westminster is at 9:15 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 3:47 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Westminster station and arriving at Edinburgh station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 4h 34m.
Westminster to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.
Westminster to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
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The distance between Westminster and Edinburgh is 534.6 km. The road distance is 628 km.
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. Two other operators also service this route.
