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It takes an average of 9h 16m to travel from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Gateway by train, over a distance of around 355 miles (571 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Gateway and tickets for this journey start from £102.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 10:16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:19 | |
| Departure station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Arrival station | Edinburgh Gateway | |
| Journey time | From 5h 50m | |
| Distance | 355 miles (571 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £102.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Lumo |
About the train journey from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Gateway
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The train from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Gateway usually takes 9 hours 16 minutes on average to travel 355 miles (571 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 50 minutes. You can expect to find 2 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Edinburgh Gateway, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Lumo, ScotRail or East Midlands Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Gateway if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £102.80. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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The price of train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Gateway starts at £102.80 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.