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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 17
kr877
Average ticket price on Sep 17
kr1142
Fastest journey on Sep 17
5 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
5 h 27 m
Trains on Sep 17
10
Distance
569 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh 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 to London Gatwick Airport will cost around kr1142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr877.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least once.
G80061+
Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+
G7724312:00 PM5h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:28 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr8771One-way2 transfers
W33933 · W33975+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
G263188:52 AM6h33Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:25 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr9351One-way3 transfers- C02014 · C02108+
W454091:30 PM5h44Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:14 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr10271One-way2 transfers - G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G773568:00 AM5h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:30 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr10671One-way2 transfers
- C02006+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G264279:30 AM5h49Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:19 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr11111One-way2 transfers
G25682+W454738:26 AM5h18Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:44 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr15111One-way1 transfer- G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G263729:00 AM5h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:25 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr12251One-way2 transfers
- G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G7724312:00 PM5h28Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:28 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr8771One-way2 transfers
- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G773568:00 AM5h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:30 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr10671One-way2 transfers
- G08186+W455619:00 AM5h34Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:34 PMGatwick Airport (GTW)kr12251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr724 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr724, while a train costs an average of kr1324.
Distance: 353 miles (569 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr1324 Average price | kr1210 Average price | kr724 Average price Cheapest | kr1937 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 4m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m 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 to London Gatwick Airport:
A bus is kr486 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport costing on average kr1210.
A bus is kr600 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport costing on average kr1324.
Other travel options to London Gatwick Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 12m.
Bus takes on average 11h 34m.
The journey is about 2h 42m faster (5h 12m by train vs 7h 54m by car) and roughly kr614 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr1324 vs kr1937). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33933 · W33970+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26318 | Delayed 7:52 AM 8:52 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h33 | 3:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| W33933 · W33975+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26318 | Delayed 7:52 AM 8:52 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h33 | 3:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| C01942+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G26434 | On time 10:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h49 | 4:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G80055+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G26373 | On time 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h25 | 4:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G80055+W45574 | On time 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h34 | 4:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G25697+W45481 | On time 11:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h19 | 4:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G77243 | On time 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h28 | 5:28 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G77356 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h30 | 1:30 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G25682+W45473 | 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h18 | 1:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| W33933 · W33975+G26318+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h33 | 3:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| G08186+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G26372 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h25 | 2:25 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
| G08186+W45561 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h34 | 2:34 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 1 transfer | |
| C02006+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Victoria+G26427 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h49 | 3:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr749 but you can travel from only kr347 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 10:00. The fastest train covers the 353 miles (569 km) distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 353 miles (569 km) |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price kr749 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 10:00 AM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh and London Gatwick Airport from kr347. 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 to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport
Most Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and London Gatwick Airport 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 Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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