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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
5 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
572 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh Airport for London Gatwick Airport on Fri, Jul 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 572 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 59 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 5 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:35 AM5h59Edinburgh Airport1:34 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$1321One-way0 transfers
- 7:35 AM5h59Edinburgh Airport1:34 PMLondon Gatwick Airport$1321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 355 miles (572 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $84 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $135 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 6m Average total duration 12h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is $40 (€40) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $84 (€84).
A bus is $55 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport costing on average $99 (€99).
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 12m.
Bus takes on average 12h 36m.
The journey is about 1h 6m faster (6h 12m by train vs 7h 18m by car) and roughly $36 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($99 (€99) vs $135 (€135)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:35 AM Edinburgh Airport | 5h59 | 1:34 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€70) but you can travel from only $29 (€29) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:35, the last at 15:26. The fastest train covers the 355 miles (572 km) distance in 5h 59m.
Distance 355 miles (572 km) |
Average train duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€70) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 59m |
First train 7:35 AM |
Last train 3:26 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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