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Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross, starting from JPY 5,785 and averaging JPY 7,755. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 38m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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11:24
4h 58m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
16:22
London Charing Cross
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11:30
4h 57m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
16:27
London Charing Cross
LNER
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12:00
5h 16m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
17:16
London Charing Cross
LNER
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12:30
4h 56m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
17:26
London Charing Cross
LNER
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13:00
5h 18m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
18:18
London Charing Cross
LNER
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13:30
4h 58m, Direct
Edinburgh (Waverley)
18:28
Paris
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Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross train route details

First train
First train
05:40
Last train
Last train
23:45
Departure station
Departure station
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Arrival station
Arrival station
London Charing Cross
Journey time
Journey time
4h 38m
Distance
Distance
534 km
Price
Price
JPY 5,785*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross

Season Tickets for frequent travels

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between Edinburgh (Waverley) and London Charing Cross, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.
Network Railcard for Southeast England

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.
Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.