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  • I took a high-speed electric train from England to Scotland, and I still can't believe the 400-mile journey cost just $64

I took a high-speed electric train from England to Scotland, and I still can't believe the 400-mile journey cost just $64

Mikhaila FrielAug 21, 2022, 17:25 IST

Mikhaila Friel boarded a high-speed Lumo train service from London to Edinburgh.Mikhaila Friel/Insider

  • I took a high-speed electric Lumo train from London to Edinburgh for $64.
  • I thought the four-hour journey was an affordable and environmentally friendly travel option.
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Back in June, I boarded Lumo's high-speed electric train from London to Edinburgh, and I'd highly recommend it for certain travelers.

Mikhaila Friel, left, took a Lumo train service from London to Edinburgh.Mikhaila Friel/Insider, Google Maps

Travelers looking to book a cheaper and more environmentally journey to replace flying won't be disappointed with Lumo's services.

A stock photo of Lumo's Hitachi AT 300 Class 308 electric train.Teamjackson/Getty Images
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I arrived at London's King's Cross station around 30 minutes before my train was due to depart and saw lots of fellow travelers.

King's Cross train station in London.Mikhaila Friel/Insider

Upon entering the train, I realized that every carriage was the same, and there was no first-class area.

The entrance to my carriage.Mikhaila Friel/Insider
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The train was incredibly busy, and by the time we boarded, just about every seat in my carriage was full. Luckily, I had picked my seat when I booked my ticket.

The interior of Lumo's high-speed electric train.Mikhaila Friel/Insider

There was limited space for luggage in my carriage, but this wasn't surprising given the price.

A skitch showing the luggage shelves on Lumo.Mikhaila Friel/Insider
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My pre-assigned seat was comfy, even though there wasn't much leg room.

Mikhaila in her seat on the Lumo train.Mikhaila Friel/Insider

And I thought the space was utilized well. I thought passengers could easily read or work with the overhead lighting, outlets, and decently-sized tray tables.

Mikhaila Friel's seat on Lumo's train from London to Edinburgh.Mikhaila Friel/Insider
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The tray table was the perfect size to place my laptop or hot beverages, I thought.

The tray table with drinks that we purchased at London's King's Cross station.Mikhaila Friel/Insider

One of the best parts about the journey was having a seat close to the window with views of the British countryside.

The view from the Lumo train.Mikhaila Friel/Insider
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The Wi-Fi was patchy, so I couldn't work while traveling. But this wasn't very surprising given my previous experience with train WiFi.

The Lumo internet sign-in page.Mikhaila Friel/Insider

The bathroom was spacious and of a similar standard to other train bathrooms I've seen.

The bathroom in Lumo's train.Mikhaila Friel/Insider
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Overall, the journey was enjoyable, and I'll definitely book with Lumo again.

The Lumo train at London's King's Cross train station.Mikhaila Friel/Insider
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