Originally Posted by
Blumie
Thanks everyone. I've narrowed my choices to BA's 700a departure from LCY and first class on the train.
I have traveled between NYC and Boston dozens (perhaps hundreds) of times and go through this same debate every time. For years I was a regular flying LGA-BOS, particularly when the hourly shuttle flights were in operation, but now almost always take the train (FWIW, on the Amtrak Acela trains I actually prefer sitting in the Quiet Car to sitting in first class). It costs me about an hour extra door-to-door, but it's so much more relaxing. For that reason, my inclination is to take the train, but I'll continue to follow the discussion on this thread.
Just seen this now. I live in North East London (South Woodford) and have gone to Edinburgh both ways a few times. Some other considerations:
* London City has no lounges at all. Edinburgh and Heathrow do.
* The most delays on flights I've ever had have been from London City. Usually under an hour though. Not usually so bad for morning flights though.
* The trains can also be delayed/cancelled and seem to strike a fair amount.
* The view from the train on the right hand side is lovely from Newcastle up to Edinburgh. Reserve seats on the Right going north and Left coming south for the views if you are in a window seat.
* The tram can be slow in rush hour in Edinburgh.
The last time I went to Edinburgh in February I went up by train (for the views and expense) and came back by plane to City. Sat in the lounge at Edinburgh Airport for 2 hours which is quite nice. City is an amazing airport to arrive at as it's literally 5 minutes to the DLR station on a domestic arrival. Pro-tip: the planes board/depart at the front and the back at City Airport (not Edinburgh!) on this flight, so if you are flying Economy book right at the back and you can get off really quickly.