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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 16
$118
Average ticket price on Sep 16
$190
Fastest journey on Sep 16
5 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 16
5 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 16
14
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport will cost around $190 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
W33933 · W33922+
C37334+
Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)8:52 AM7h08Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:00 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1181One-way3 transfers- W34124 · W34277+C36908+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)12:52 PM6h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:22 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1271One-way3 transfers
- W33933 · W33970+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C369348:52 AM6h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)3:22 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1411One-way3 transfers
- W34124 · W34163+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C3690812:52 PM6h30Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)7:22 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1411One-way3 transfers
G08180+C37070+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street8:00 AM5h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:52 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1461One-way2 transfers
G25682+C37070+
W454738:26 AM5h26Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:52 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$3581One-way2 transfers- G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C3702812:00 PM5h38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)5:38 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1531One-way2 transfers
- G25682+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C368788:26 AM5h41Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:07 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$3581One-way2 transfers
- G08180+C37070+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street8:00 AM5h52Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)1:52 PMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)$1461One-way2 transfers
- G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C372828:00 AM6h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:06 PMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)$1461One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, while a flight costs an average of $367.
Distance: 329 miles (530 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$216 Average price | $367 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $217 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m 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 Heathrow Airport:
A bus is $141 (€114) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $216 (€175).
A bus is $292 (€238) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport costing on average $367 (€299).
Other travel options to London Heathrow Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Bus takes on average 10h 38m.
The journey is about 2h 0m faster (5h 18m by train vs 7h 18m by car) and roughly $2 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($216 (€175) vs $217 (€177)). 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 Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33933 · W33975+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C36934 | Delayed 7:52 AM 8:52 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h30 | 3:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| W33933 · W34094+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C36925 | Delayed 7:52 AM 8:52 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h15 | 3:07 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| W34060 · W34172+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C37019 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h30 | 5:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| W34060 · W34191+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C37019 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h30 | 5:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| W34060 · W33949+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C37019 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h30 | 5:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| G80055+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C37345 | On time 11:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h30 | 4:30 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C37028 | On time 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h38 | 5:38 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| G80061+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C37379 | On time 12:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h07 | 6:07 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
 W84912+W34063+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C37064 | On time 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h11 | 6:23 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| W34124 · W34277+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C36908 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h30 | 7:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| W34124 · W34163+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C36908 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h30 | 7:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| G80067+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C37275 | On time 1:00 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h31 | 6:31 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, September 16 | |||||
| G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C37070 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h52 | 1:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| G08180+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C37282 | 8:00 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h06 | 2:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 2 transfers | |
| W84901+W34039+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C36889 | 8:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h12 | 2:24 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| G25682+Tube from London Kings Cross to London Liverpool Street+C36878 | 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h41 | 2:07 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| G25682+C37070+W45473 | 8:26 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 5h26 | 1:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| W33933+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C36955 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h00 | 3:52 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 2 transfers | |
| W33933 · W33970+C36934+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h30 | 3:22 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| W33933 · W33922+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C37334 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 7h08 | 4:00 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
| W33933 · W34094+Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+C36925 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 6h15 | 3:07 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€64) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 09:26. The fastest train covers the 329 miles (530 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 329 miles (530 km) |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€64) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 5:26 AM |
Last train 9:26 AM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry trains will get you between Edinburgh and London Heathrow Airport from $33 (€27). 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 Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to London Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport
Most Edinburgh to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and London Heathrow 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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