London Euston to Edinburgh (Waverley) Trains From £20.25*

Sink into your seat on Avanti West Coast’s direct train from London Euston to Edinburgh (Waverley), happy in the knowledge that it’s yours for the next 5 hr 40 min. 

With no need to switch trains, you can decide whether to spend the 531 km (330 mile) journey getting some work done, catching up on your favourite show or admiring the scenery as the train passes by the northern England landscapes, particularly beautiful as it runs through the hills surrounding Tebay and Shap.

Avanti West Coast offers long-distance passenger services on the West Coast Main Line, connecting cities such as London, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Departing from London Euston

Centrally located in the London Borough of Camden, Euston Station is found just off Euston Square, with the main entrance accessible via the piazza. You can reach it via the Underground thanks to the Northern and Victoria lines, and the main taxi rank is underneath the station.

London Euston station offers a variety of train services, with intercity routes to the Midlands, North West England, North Wales and Scotland as well as regional and commuter services. You can even take advantage of overnight sleeper services to Scotland.

The main train operators serving Euston railway station are Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway, London Overground and the Caledonian Sleeper.

Main stops

The main stops on Avanti West Coast’s direct train from London Euston to Edinburgh (Waverley) are Warrington Bank Quay, Wigan North Western, Preston, Lancaster, Oxenholme Lake District, Penrith and Carlisle. Some trains may stop at additional stations.

Many routes provided by other operators, and some from Avanti West Coast, include at least one change, so check your trip details before booking.

Arriving at Edinburgh (Waverley)

Located between Edinburgh’s medieval Old Town and the 18th-century New Town, Edinburgh Waverley station is ideally located right in the heart of this magical city.

Edinburgh Waverley is connected to a wide range of destinations both locally and across the UK, including London, Glasgow, Newcastle, Aberdeen and Manchester. The main train operators offering these services include LNER, CrossCountry, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, TransPennine Express and the Caledonian Sleeper.

If you’re eager to learn about Scotland’s unique history on your visit, you’ll find the National Museum of Scotland just a ten-minute walk from the station. It also offers galleries for art, nature, technology and science, so there’s something for everyone.

Avanti West Coast train classes

When booking your direct train from London Euston to Edinburgh with Avanti West Coast, you can choose from three different train classes.

• Standard Class: A standard ticket offers you free Wi-Fi, access to refreshments and plug sockets at selected table and window seats.
• Standard Premium: Standard Premium tickets offer roomier seats with extra legroom, guaranteed tables, and plug sockets at every window seat.
• First Class: If you choose to enjoy First Class on your train from London to Edinburgh, you will benefit from at-seat service from staff, complimentary food and drink, including alcohol, and access to First Class lounges pre-departure.

Avanti West Coast train travel advice

With our vital travel tips at your fingertips, you can board your relaxing journey from London to Edinburgh in peace, knowing you’re perfectly prepared for travelling with Avanti West Coast.

• Luggage: Bags should not exceed 30 x 70 x 90 cm in size. Larger bags must be stowed in the door-adjacent luggage space and smaller bags in the overhead racks or underseat space.
• Bicycles: Bike reservations are mandatory. Bikes spaces vary from 4 to 8 spaces according to train type. No reservation needed for folding bikes stored in luggage racks. E-scooters not allowed.
• Children: Kids under 5 travel free, 5–15-year-olds travel with a discount. Family & Friends Railcards offer discounts of up to 33% on adult and 60% on child tickets. Pushchairs should be folded and stowed in luggage compartments.
• Pets: Up to two domestic pets travel free. Additional pets can be booked for £5 each. Dogs should be on a lead or in a carrier; other small animals should be kept in a carrier. Pets must not take up other passenger space.
• Passenger Assist: Avanti West Coast offers passenger assistance for travellers with additional needs, offering help with travel plans and with navigating trains and stations. Can be booked in advance.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.