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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)
Cheapest price
$84
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
5 h 34 m
Average duration
5 h 34 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 $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh, Airport for London Kings Cross (KGX) on Wed, May 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 20 the direct trains cover the 535 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 34 m .
On Wed, May 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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.
8:58 AM5h34Edinburgh, Airport2:32 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$841One-way0 transfers
- 8:58 AM5h34Edinburgh, Airport2:32 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)$841One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight, bus, and train 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 $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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: 332 miles (535 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$131 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price | $173 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A flight is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $68 (€55).
A flight is $65 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $131 (€106).
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
Bus takes on average 9h 30m.
The journey is about 3h 38m faster (3h 35m by train vs 7h 13m by car) and roughly $42 (€34) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($131 (€106) vs $173 (€140)). 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.
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 Kings Cross (KGX) train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:58 AM Edinburgh, Airport | 5h34 | 2:32 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:58, the last at 17:43. The fastest train covers the 332 miles (535 km) distance in 4h 27m.
Distance 332 miles (535 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 27m |
First train 7:58 AM |
Last train 5:43 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express from Edinburgh, Airport to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh, Airport and London Kings Cross (KGX) from $26 (€21). 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)
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- 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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