The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
535 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh, Airport for London Kings Cross (KGX) on Wed, Nov 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 535 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 5 h 25 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €61.
Distance: 332 miles (535 km)
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€93 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross trains with Omio?
LNER operates all train services from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross. Omio is the only official third party seller for LNER tickets.
Why book with Omio vs LNER?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare LNER with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: LNER tickets can only be bought on Omio or LNER's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for LNER tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell LNER tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Trains from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 09:56. The fastest train covers the 332 miles (535 km) distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 332 miles (535 km) |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 07:04 |
Last train 09:56 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) start from as low as $75 (€61) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $114 (€93) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 8 daily trains from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 39m but the average duration is 5h 2m
Train Operators
- Travel from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) with LNER
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is LNER.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 07:04 AM and the last at 09:56 AM
Train companies: LNER from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLNER trains will get you between Edinburgh, Airport and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) 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 Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Caffè Nero
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Upper Crust
- Giraffe World Kitchen
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Hotel Chocolat
- Leon
- Pret a Manger
- Wasabi
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.
- There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
- Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
- Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
- St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London
- Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
- Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
- Sun: 05:30 - 01:36
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platforms 1, 8 & 9
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
- Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
- Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
- Metro: N/A
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