- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum with major collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia. A top choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
4 h 37 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
524 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunbar to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunbar to London will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Dunbar to London without transferring at least once.
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W68345Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunbar to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $63.
Distance: 325 miles (524 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$107 Average price | $75 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Dunbar to London:
A flight is $25 (€20) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Dunbar to London costing on average $75 (€61).
A flight is $57 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dunbar to London costing on average $107 (€88).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 30m.
Bus takes on average 8h 45m.
The journey is about 1h 44m faster (5h 30m by train vs 7h 14m by car) and roughly $43 (€35) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($107 (€88) vs $150 (€123)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Dunbar to London trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 12:26 PM Dunbar | 5h35 | 6:01 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Dunbar to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€52) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 325 miles (524 km) distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 325 miles (524 km) |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€52) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 36m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of London — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London trip today.
World-famous museum with major collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia. A top choice for first-time visitors.
Major art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces by Van Gogh, Turner, Monet, and da Vinci. Essential for European painting.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery in a former power station on the Thames. Popular for its collection and river views.
Lively district known for historic piazza spaces, street performers, boutique shopping, and easy access to theatres and museums.
Riverside walking area with major views of the Thames, bridges, landmarks, and a busy cultural atmosphere.
One of London's great royal parks, ideal for walking, boating, open green space, and access to Kensington Gardens.
Battered white fish with thick-cut chips, traditionally served with mushy peas and tartar sauce. It is one of London’s most iconic comfort foods.
A classic East London dish of meat pie with mashed potatoes and parsley liquor. It is a long-standing working-class staple tied closely to the city’s food history.
Roast meat served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy, and often Yorkshire pudding. A traditional pub and family meal strongly associated with London weekends.
A renowned fine dining restaurant in Notting Hill known for refined modern European cooking and polished service.
A very popular all-day restaurant inspired by old Bombay cafes, loved for breakfast, curries, and lively atmosphere.
London’s oldest restaurant, famous for classic British dishes, game, pies, and traditional dining rooms with historic atmosphere.
London is expensive by UK standards. Hotels, transport, and dining add up quickly, though budget eats and free museums help control costs.
Service is often included in restaurants as a 12.5% charge. If not, tip 10-12%. No tip needed in pubs for drinks. Round up taxi fares or add about 10%.
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