Is there a cheap way to travel by train from London to Edinburgh?
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32353 posts
Stephanie, The cheapest way that I know would be to take the short trip (~4.5 hours) on East Coast Rail from London King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley. If you pre-purchase your ticket well in advance, considerable savings are possible. It's a very easy and pleasant trip. You may find it helpful to have a look at the excellent SEAT 61 website, as that has good information on how to buy tickets. Happy travels!
Posted by
Minneapolis, MN, USA
8700 posts
To get a discount fare on a high-speed daytime train, book ASAP (up to about 12 weeks in advance) at www.eastcoast.co.uk. To get a Bargain Berth on the Caledonian Sleeper, book ASAP (up to 12 weeks in advance). Discount fare tickets are for a specific departure date and time and are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Be sure you can commit before booking.
Posted by
Minneapolis, MN, USA
8700 posts
Sorry to disagree with someone who lives in England, but Keith is wrong. While the standard 2nd class fare for London-Edinburgh is well over £100, advance discount fares can be as low as £17. I just checked the East Coast site and found fares as low as £28.90 for 14 March. (As of today booking is open through 15 March.) Bargain Berths on the Caledonian Sleeper start at £19.