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London Kings Cross to Edinburgh train tickets

Compare live resale tickets and real London to Edinburgh train times today - direct LNER services from Kings Cross to Edinburgh Waverley, checked by our team, up to 80% off face value.

Distance392 miles
OperatorLNER

Ways to save on top of a resale ticket

Book Advance fares early

Advance tickets are released up to 12 weeks ahead and are usually the cheapest new-ticket option - the earlier you book, the more choice you get.

Travel Off-Peak

Avoiding the morning and evening rush can cut the price of a walk-up fare significantly, even on the same route and operator.

Use a Railcard

A Railcard knocks up to 1/3 off most fares and pays for itself after a handful of journeys if you travel regularly.

Try split ticketing

Buying two or more tickets that cover different legs of the same journey is sometimes cheaper than one through-ticket for the full route.

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Things to do near Edinburgh Waverley

Edinburgh Castle

The city's most iconic landmark, perched on volcanic rock above the Old Town. 10 min walk up the Royal Mile from Waverley.

Royal Mile

The main artery of the Old Town running from the Castle to Holyrood Palace. Starts two minutes from the station exit.

Arthur's Seat

Extinct volcano with panoramic views over the city and Firth of Forth. A steep 50 min walk from Waverley - no equipment needed.

Scottish National Museum

Scotland's history from geology to space travel, all under one roof. Free entry, 15 min walk from Waverley.

Calton Hill

Open hilltop with 360-degree city views and the unfinished National Monument. 10 min walk from Waverley, free to visit.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the train from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh take?
LNER's fastest direct trains cover the 392-mile route in around 4 hours 2 minutes, with most hourly services taking closer to 4 hours 8-30 minutes along the East Coast Main Line.
How much does the London to Edinburgh train cost?
New Advance fares for this route typically start from around £30-40 when booked early and rise sharply closer to travel or for Anytime/Off-Peak tickets, which can cost well over £150 each way. Resale tickets on SaveMyFare are checked, genuine tickets listed by travellers whose plans changed, usually well below the original Advance price.
Which train operator runs London Kings Cross to Edinburgh?
LNER operates direct trains between London Kings Cross and Edinburgh Waverley roughly hourly, with no changes required.
How can I get cheaper London to Edinburgh train tickets?
Advance tickets are released up to 12 weeks before travel and are usually the cheapest new-ticket option, so it pays to book early. You can also browse resale tickets on SaveMyFare from travellers whose plans have changed.
Is it safe to buy a resold London to Edinburgh ticket?
Yes. Every ticket on SaveMyFare is verified against the original booking before it goes live, and payment is held securely until you confirm the ticket has worked.

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