There currently is one option to travel by night train from Edinburgh (United Kingdom) to London (United Kingdom), taking between approximately 8 and 9 hours: Namely the Lowlander SB (E) operated by Caledonian Sleeper.

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Caledonian Sleeper

The Caledonian Sleeper is a night train connecting London with different Scottish cities. Passengers can choose between comfortable sleeper compartments and more affordable seating options. The network includes the Lowlander to Glasgow and Edinburgh as well as the Highlander, which travels to the far north of Scotland to Aberdeen, Inverness, and Fort William.

What sleeper classes are available?

There are three different sleeper car options: the Classic Room with bunk beds and washbasin (toilets at the end of the car), the Club Room with identical layout but with an additional private bathroom with toilet and shower, and the luxurious Caledonian Double with a proper double bed and private bathroom. Seating cars are also available for smaller budgets.

Is there a restaurant car and what about breakfast?

Yes, the Club Car is a full-service restaurant car. You can dine there in the evening and have breakfast in the morning. Choices range from snacks to the traditional Scottish breakfast with eggs, bacon, baked beans, haggis, and black pudding. Club Room and Caledonian Double passengers have priority access when space is limited.

Can compartments be combined for families?

Yes, in the Classic Room, adjacent compartments can be connected by a connecting door to form a sort of suite. This is particularly convenient for families with children. Additionally, each part of the train typically includes an accessible sleeper car with wheelchair-friendly compartments.

Are there seating cars?

The Caledonian Sleeper also offers seating cars as the most economical option. Prices start at less than 100 euros, while a sleeper car is significantly more expensive. The seating cars are particularly interesting for budget-conscious travelers and those with bicycles, as bicycle spaces are available here.

How are the washing facilities equipped?

Regarding sanitary facilities, all sleeper compartments have at least a washbasin. Club Rooms and Caledonian Doubles go beyond this and feature a private bathroom with toilet and shower. Travelers in Classic Rooms use the shared toilets at the end of the car. The train also includes accessible compartments with adapted sanitary facilities.

For the next 7 dates with connections, the cheapest offer starts at 86 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!

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Sun, 05.04.2026

from 298 EUR

Mon, 06.04.2026

from 109 EUR

Tue, 07.04.2026

from 97 EUR

Wed, 08.04.2026

from 86 EUR

Thu, 09.04.2026

from 86 EUR

Fri, 10.04.2026

from 109 EUR

Sun, 12.04.2026

from 97 EUR