Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport train

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest price

€94

Average price

€107

Fastest journey

6 h 6 m

Average duration

6 h 25 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

572 km

Cheap tickets

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 €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €94.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh Airport for London Gatwick Airport on Tue, Dec 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 572 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 6 m .

On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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.

LNER
08:02AM6h06
Edinburgh Airport
02:08PMLondon Gatwick Airport
941One-way
0 transfers
LNER
08:16AM6h39
Edinburgh Airport
02:55PMLondon Gatwick Airport
1071One-way
0 transfers
LNER
07:35AM6h29
Edinburgh Airport
02:04PMLondon Gatwick Airport
1191One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight 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 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €94.

Distance: 355 miles (572 km)

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Bus

€120

Average price

€88

Average price

€54

Average price

Cheapest

6h 57m

Average total duration

6h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

13h 6m

Average total duration

12h 36m

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30m

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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, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:48 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
london_north_eastern_railway7:35 AM Edinburgh Airport
6h29
2:04 PM London Gatwick Airport0 transfersDirect
london_north_eastern_railway8:02 AM Edinburgh Airport
6h06
2:08 PM London Gatwick Airport0 transfersDirect
london_north_eastern_railway8:16 AM Edinburgh Airport
6h39
2:55 PM London Gatwick Airport0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport

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Trains from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€94) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:51, the last at 09:09. The fastest train covers the 355 miles (572 km) distance in 5h 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $39 (€32)
Distance
355 miles (572 km)
Average train duration
6h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
$117 (€94)
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
5h 51m
First train
06:51
Last train
09:09
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $39 (€32)

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.

FAQs
A day trip from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is not feasible as the journey duration is 5h 51m. However, there are 14 trips available per day for trains covering the distance of 355 miles (572 km).
The train journey from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, which typically involves traveling through the English and Scottish countryside, offers some scenic views, especially as it passes through areas like the Northumberland countryside and the vistas along the East Coast Main Line.
Train ticket prices from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $117 (€94), while the average price is around $148 (€120).
The distance by train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 355 miles (572 km).
The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $39 (€32).
The first train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 6:51 AM.
The train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport takes 5h 51m and runs 14 per day.
The last train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport leaves at 9:09 AM.
No, you cannot take the train from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
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