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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- zł 541
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- zł 653
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 6 h 33 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 6 h 39 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 11
- 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 zł 653 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł 541.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport without transferring at least 3 times.
G80060 · GR068700 · N05546+
X1861812:00 PM 8h15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 8:15 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 541 1 One-way 3 transfers- G80048 · GR069100 · N05550+W45741
10:00 AM 8h11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 6:11 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 541 1 One-way 3 transfers - G80056 · GR068900 · N05548+W45774
11:00 AM 8h29 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 7:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 560 1 One-way 3 transfers - G08183 · GR069300 · N05552+W45768
8:55 AM 8h34 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 5:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 584 1 One-way 3 transfers - G08183 · GR069300 · N05552+W45738
8:55 AM 8h15 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 5:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 584 1 One-way 3 transfers
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Tube from London Euston to London Victoria4:14 PM 6h33 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 10:47 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 635 1 One-way 3 transfers- W33251 · W33129+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+
C830242:51 PM 6h36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 9:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 635 1 One-way 3 transfers - W33219 · W33308+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+C83016
12:51 PM 6h36 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 7:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 1,243 1 One-way 3 transfers - W84911+W33314+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+C83014
12:12 PM 6h46 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 6:58 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 635 1 One-way 3 transfers - W84917+W33163+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+C83022
2:12 PM 6h46 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 8:58 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) zł 635 1 One-way 3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport
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Trains from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł 230 but you can travel from only zł 143 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 15:30. The fastest train covers the 353 miles (569 km) distance in 4h 48m.
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Journey facts
- Distance353 miles (569 km)
- Average train duration5h 13m
- Cheapest ticket pricezł 230
- Trains per day6
- Fastest train4h 48m
- First train5:26 AM
- Last train3:30 PM
- Cheapest MonthAug
- Cheapest DayWed
- High SeasonOct - Dec
- Low SeasonJan - Mar
- Busiest DayWed
- Least Busy DaySun
- Best time to book28 days
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Live departures
Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport trains for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33398 · W33748+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G88125 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h27 | 5:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| G80054 · GR054800 · N05405+W45691 | On time 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h44 | 6:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| W84913+W33446+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26336 | On time 12:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h16 | 6:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| W33596 · W33429+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G88145 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h27 | 7:19 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| G80068 · GR054400 · N05401+W45651 | On time 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h44 | 8:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| G80074 · GR054200 · C02078+W45694 | On time 2:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h44 | 9:44 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 4 transfers | |
| W84919+W33687+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G27070 | On time 2:08 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h23 | 8:31 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| W33762 · W33580+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+G26355 | On time 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h35 | 9:27 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| W84925+W33505+Tube from London Euston to London Victoria+C82303 | On time 4:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h46 | 10:57 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| Sunday, November 1 | |||||
| G08183 · GR069300 · N05552+W45768 | 8:55 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h34 | 5:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| G08183 · GR069300 · N05552+W45738 | 8:55 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h15 | 5:10 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| C02004 · GR069200 · N09284+W45768 | 9:30 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h59 | 5:29 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
| G80048 · GR069100 · N05550+W45741 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 8h11 | 6:11 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 3 transfers | |
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Train companies
Train companies from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport
Trains from Edinburgh to London Gatwick Airport with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, and Avanti West Coast. Night trains available on this route with Caledonian Sleeper. High-speed trains available on this route with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, and Avanti West Coast. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Edinburgh and London Gatwick Airport
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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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