🚂 London Kings Cross to Edinburgh Waverley!

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This scenic 4.5 hour rail journey through England's heart is where the railway meet sea, history meets horizon – and Scotland welcomes you home.

1. LONDON KINGS CROSS
- Victorian architecture marvel
- Board early for relaxed departure

2. YORK
- Curved station approach (→ Right side)
- York Minster skyline view

3. DURHAM
- Cathedral cliff-top vista (→ Right side)
- Quick view: 3 seconds!

4. NEWCASTLE
- Cross Tyne on King Edward VII Bridge (← Left side)
- See: Millennium Bridge + city skyline

5. NORTHUMBERLAND COAST
- Coastal drama: 20+ minutes (← Left side)
- Seabirds • Sandy bays • Ruined castles
- Star sight: Bamburgh Castle ruins

6. EDINBURGH WAVERLEY
- Tunnel entry → Castle reveal
- Exit to Princes Street gardens

KEY FACTS
⏱️ Total time: 4h 20m (fastest service)
💷 Budget: £30+ (book 3+ months early)

SEAT STRATEGY
→ Right side: York + Durham views
← Left side: Newcastle + Coast (stay seated!)

🚂 FULL ROUTE: London → York → Durham → Newcastle → Coast → Edinburgh

Enjoy the beautiful journey!🚆🌊

Post by English Guy in Asia | Jun 16, 2025