Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) train

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Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for Sep 15

Cheapest

$96

Average

$122

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

10:00AM5h15

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

03:15PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$961One-way

0 transfers

09:54AM4h37

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

02:31PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$1061One-way

0 transfers

09:00AM5h14

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

02:14PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$1121One-way

0 transfers

09:30AM4h50

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

02:20PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$1331One-way

0 transfers

08:00AM5h16

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

01:16PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$1631One-way

0 transfers

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
London North Eastern Railway	09:00AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	5h14	02:14PM London Paddington (PAD)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway	09:30AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	4h50	02:20PM London Paddington (PAD)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway	10:00AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	5h15	03:15PM London Paddington (PAD)	0 transfersDirect
Lumo	09:54AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	4h37	02:31PM London Paddington (PAD)	0 transfersDirect
London North Eastern Railway	08:00AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)	5h16	01:16PM London Paddington (PAD)	0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD)

Showing times and prices for Sep 15

Fastest Journey

4 h 37 m

Average

5 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

531 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) for London Paddington (PAD) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

09:54AM4h37

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

02:31PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$1061One-way

0 transfers

09:30AM4h50

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

02:20PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$1331One-way

0 transfers

09:00AM5h14

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

02:14PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$1121One-way

0 transfers

10:00AM5h15

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

03:15PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$961One-way

0 transfers

08:00AM5h16

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

01:16PMLondon Paddington (PAD)

$1631One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD)

Distance	329 miles (531 km)
Average train duration	4 h 37 min
Average train ticket price	$116 (€99)
Direct train	No
Train companies	LNER, Lumo or Avanti West Coast

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) cover the 329 miles (531 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 37 min with our travel partners like LNER, Lumo or Avanti West Coast. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $116 (€99), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $63 (€54).

Train companies: East Coast, Lumo and Virgin Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) trains

For as little as $68 (€57) you can travel by train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) with East Coast, Lumo and Virgin Trains. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) train information with East Coast:

Average Duration: 5 h 8 min
Cheapest Price: $96

Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) train information with Lumo:

Average Duration: 4 h 37 min
Cheapest Price: $84

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 6 h 30 min
Cheapest Price: $68

FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD)

FAQs: Travel by train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD).

Cheap train tickets from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) can start from as little as $63 (€54) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) is $116 (€99); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) is 4 h 37 min to travel the 329 mile (531 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The first train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 7: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) leaves at 6: 58 PM.

For the best Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with LNER, Lumo or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to London Paddington (PAD) from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 58 PM.

A trip to London Paddington (PAD) from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 37 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to London Paddington (PAD) by train is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to London Paddington (PAD) from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) including taking a bus, train or flight.

Trains departing from Edinburgh Waverley

Address

Princes St, Edinburgh EH1 1BB, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

+44 3450774224

+44 1315573508

Distance from Edinburgh Waverley to city center

0.4 miles (727 m)

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05: 00 - 23: 59 | Sun: 07: 00 - 23: 59

How to get to this station?

Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
Metro: No metro available.

Nearest Airport

Edinburgh Airport
7 miles (12 km)

How to get to nearest airport?

There is a direct tram from St Andrew Square that goes between the airport and the train station for 35 minutes. You can also opt to ride the Airlink 100 bus for 28 minutes.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Free public Wi-Fi available.

ATM

There are a few ATM machines around the station.

Taxi

Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station. | Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.

Lockers

You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth

Dining

Car Rentals

Europcar | Enterprise

Information Desk

Information booths are located on the concourse.

Accessibility

Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.

Trains arriving to London Paddington

Address

Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ, United Kingdom

Phone

+44 3457114141

+44 3451652030

Distance from London Paddington to city center

3 miles (4.8 km)

Ticket Office Hours

24/7

How to get to this station?

Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.

Nearest Airport

London Heathrow Airport
16 miles (25 km)

How to get to nearest airport?

The Heathrow Express departs from the station every 15 minutes and drives directly to Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey takes about 20 minutes.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

ATM

Located next to the ticket office.

Taxi

Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point | Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.

Lockers

Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.

Shopping

Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth

Dining

Car Rentals

Virtuo Car Hire | Hertz

Information Desk

Located near Platform 1.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.