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Compare train, flight, and bus for Edinburgh to Kings Lynn
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn 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 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $100.
Distance: 264 miles (425 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $93 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 55m Average total duration 14h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn:
A flight is $48 (€39) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn costing on average $93 (€76).
A flight is $80 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn costing on average $125 (€102).
Other travel options to Kings Lynn take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 57m.
Bus takes on average 14h 25m.
You'll arrive about 1h 37m sooner (4h 57m by train vs 6h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $125 (€102) compared to roughly $113 (€92) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn
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Trains from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€82) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 18:19. The fastest train covers the 264 miles (425 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€82) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 5m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 6:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn trainsLondon North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh and Kings Lynn from $25 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn 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 Kings Lynn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Kings Lynn
Most Edinburgh to Kings Lynn trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Kings Lynn station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Kings Lynn train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Kings Lynn station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Kings Lynn train station facilities and services
Kings Lynn has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kings Lynn.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kings Lynn. ATMs are available at Kings Lynn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kings Lynn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kings Lynn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kings Lynn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kings Lynn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is on the bridge outside the ticket office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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