How long is the train ride from London to Scotland?


How long is the train ride from London to Scotland? It takes an average of 5h 34m to travel from London to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, over a distance of around 332 miles (534 km). There are normally 61 trains per day traveling from London to Edinburgh (Waverley) and tickets for this journey start from $39.19 when you book in advance.


What is the cheapest way to travel from London to Scotland?

TRAVELLING TO SCOTLAND BY BUS There are frequent bus services from London to Scotland, often with much cheaper ticket prices than the train. However, journey times are likely to be much longer than the train which is something to think about.


Is there a high speed train from London to Scotland?

Direct high-speed trains run by LNER depart from Kings Cross station in London and take you to the Central station in Edinburgh in about 4.5 hours, reaching the maximum speed of 125 mph! There are over 50 daily departures (depending on the weekday), so planning a trip is as easy as ABC.


What is the best month to visit Scotland?

The best time to visit Scotland is during spring (late March to May) and fall (September to November).


Does Eurostar go to Scotland?

Each year, many travellers visit the city of Edinburgh (located in Scotland), thanks to the train company Eurostar which offers a rapid and effortless direct journey to Edinburgh.


What is the best month to avoid midges in Scotland?

May, June, September and October. These months give you long days, almost all the tourism businesses are open, the crowds of July and August are avoided, midges are not at their most prolific and even the weather is pretty decent.


How many days do I need in Scotland?

We recommend you allow 9 - 10 days in Scotland for a satisfying tour of the country's diverse scenery and history. A 10 day itinerary, such as the Best of Scotland tour plan, would let you spend: 2 days in Edinburgh walking the historical streets and enjoying the cosmopolitan buzz.


Is it better to fly or train from London to Edinburgh?

If you're hoping to travel from London to Edinburgh, train is the way to go! Compared to other modes of transport, train is a far more sustainable way to travel from London to Edinburgh. In fact, a single journey from London to Edinburgh by train emits three times less CO2 than by car, and six times less than by plane.


Is it cheaper to fly to Edinburgh or get the train?

If you live or are visiting nearby cities such as Glasgow, Liverpool, Newcastle or Manchester, the easiest and most comfortable way of getting to Edinburgh is by train. From further away destinations, flying is normally the cheapest and fastest option.


Is it cheaper to fly than the train in the UK?

Across the continent, trains are on average twice as expensive as flying, but in the U.K. they are four times more expensive, the research notes. To reach its conclusions, Greenpeace compared the cost of train and plane tickets for 112 routes between large cities in 27 European countries.