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London Waterloo East to Edinburgh Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Waterloo East to Edinburgh, starting from €33.12 and averaging €45.34. The entire journey takes no more than 5 hours 9 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:34 London Waterloo East | 13:05 Edinburgh (Waverley) |    | Find Tickets |
07:36 London Waterloo East | 13:10 Edinburgh (Waverley) |  | Find Tickets |
07:39 London Waterloo East | 13:10 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
08:06 London Waterloo East | 13:22 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
08:09 London Waterloo East | 13:22 Edinburgh (Waverley) | | Find Tickets |
08:36 London Waterloo East | 14:15 Paris | | Find Tickets |
London Waterloo East to Edinburgh Train Route Details
First train
00:53
Last train
23:46
Journey time
5 hours 9 minutes
Distance
535 km
Price
€33.12*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo East to Edinburgh
Season Tickets for frequent travel
For frequent travelers between London Waterloo East and Edinburgh, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annual, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.
Network Railcard for South East 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.
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from London Waterloo East to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
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 for greater savings
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 London Waterloo East to Edinburgh, 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%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling 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 traveling from London Waterloo East to Edinburgh more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
London Waterloo East to Edinburgh train ticket types
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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