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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 $38.82 and averaging $52.04. The entire journey takes no more than 4 hours 38 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
12:30 Edinburgh (Waverley)	17:26 London Charing Cross	4 hours 56 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
13:00 Edinburgh (Waverley)	18:18 London Charing Cross	5 hours 18 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
13:30 Edinburgh (Waverley)	18:28 London Charing Cross	4 hours 58 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
14:00 Edinburgh (Waverley)	19:19 London Charing Cross	5 hours 19 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets
14:30 Edinburgh (Waverley)	19:31 London Charing Cross	5 hours 1 minute, Direct	Find Tickets
15:00 Edinburgh (Waverley)	20:21 Paris	5 hours 21 minutes, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross Train Route Details

First train

05:40

Last train

23:45

Departure station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Arrival station

London Charing Cross

Journey time

4 hours 38 minutes

Distance

534 km

Price

$38.82*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, ScotRail

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

Season Tickets for frequent travel

Are you frequently traveling between Edinburgh (Waverley) and London Charing Cross on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis? Season Tickets provide unlimited travel during specific times, allowing you to freely hop on and off trains between two stations without worrying about individual ticket bookings, and offering significant savings in the process.

Network Railcard for South East England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in South East England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) 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.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

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%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Edinburgh (Waverley) to London Charing Cross ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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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