Edinburgh to Gatwick Airport by train
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Travelling from Edinburgh to Gatwick Airport by train
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Gatwick Airport by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Gatwick Airport take around 5 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 570 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 05:40. The last departure is usually at around 23:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 05:36, with the last train leaving at around 23:34. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 41 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$85.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Gatwick Airport, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Gatwick Airport.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Gatwick Airport?
The journey between Edinburgh and Gatwick Airport usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to Gatwick Airport every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Gatwick Airport?
The Edinburgh to Gatwick Airport train travel takes about 5 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Gatwick Airport train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Gatwick Airport leaving Edinburgh at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 23:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 05:36, with the final departure at 23:34.
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