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Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh, starting from US$86.86 and averaging US$86.86. The entire journey takes no more than 5h 30m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:42 5h 46m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 5	11:28 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
06:12 6h 1m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 5	12:13 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
06:42 5h 42m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 5	12:24 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
07:12 5h 58m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 5	13:10 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
07:42 5h 44m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 5	13:26 Edinburgh (Waverley)	Find Tickets
08:12 5h 59m, No direct Heathrow Terminal 5	14:11 Paris	Find Tickets

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh train route details

First train

00:07

Last train

23:57

Departure station

Heathrow Terminal 5

Arrival station

Edinburgh

Journey time

5h 30m

Distance

529 km

Price

US$86.86*

Train Operators

Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

How to book cheap train tickets from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh train ticket types

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Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh train prices and times

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