Is the train a lovely way to go or should we just fly and get to London as quickly as possible?
Posted by
Basel, Switzerland
8889 posts
Train, city centre to city centre it is quicker, only 4½ hours with departures every 30 minutes. It is also a lot more comfortable, no trip to and from the airport, no check-in, more room, just one seat ride. You can get up and walk around the train. There are some scenic portions, particularly the northern part of the route.
Tickets start from £25 if bought far enough in advance, a lot more if you buy on the day.
Fares and tickets from the railway company here: https://www.virgintrainseastcoast.com/
Posted by
2610 posts
Take the train. (You might want to break the journey with an overnight stay in York - if so, you would need to purchase separate tickets for each leg. www.nationalrail.co.uk is the easiest way to find the schedules & fares - although it is only Virgin Trains who operate the through services. Other companies also operate London to York and York to Edinburgh).
This shows you the route in reverse - check out the video at the end:>https://www.seat61.com/london-to-edinburgh-by-train.htm
Posted by
Freedonia
16473 posts
I've done that route a few times. Besides all the reasons mentioned, there is no security to go through. Just show up a few minutes before the train leaves and board. (You might actually want to give yourself more time that just a few minutes.)
The scenery is mixed. Total travel time will be about the same. However, in my opinion, the train is less of a hassle.