The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$240
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) will cost around $240 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
Of the 10 trains that leave Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) on Sun, Jul 19, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 529 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:36 PM6h54Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)8:30 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1541One-way0 transfers
7:02 AM5h31Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)12:33 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1631One-way0 transfers
6:54 AM5h45Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)12:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1661One-way0 transfers
11:06 AM7h27Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)6:33 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1681One-way0 transfers
5:57 AM5h42Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)11:39 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1801One-way0 transfers
7:02 AM5h31Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)12:33 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1631One-way0 transfers
5:57 AM5h42Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)11:39 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1801One-way0 transfers
6:54 AM5h45Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)12:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1661One-way0 transfers
11:47 AM6h40Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)6:27 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$3501One-way0 transfers
4:54 AM6h45Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)11:39 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)$1811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $126.
Distance: 328 miles (529 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$258 Average price | $67 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $214 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB):
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $67 (€55).
A bus is $197 (€162) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) costing on average $258 (€211).
Other travel options to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 58m.
Bus takes on average 9h 12m.
You'll arrive about 2h 7m sooner (4h 58m by train vs 7h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $258 (€211) compared to roughly $214 (€175) 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.
Live departures
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) train times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:54 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) | 6h45 | 11:39 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Trains from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $126 (€104) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 18:17. The fastest train covers the 328 miles (529 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 328 miles (529 km) |
Average train duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $126 (€104) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 6:17 PM |
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Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Lumo from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Lumo trains will get you between Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) and Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) from $25 (€20). 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 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 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 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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