TRAVELLING by rail from Scotland's capital to London could be 50 minutes quicker and take little more than three hours if new tilting trains are introduced following trials.
The claim has been made after a decision to put the hi-technology Pendolino trains through their paces on the route between Edinburgh and King's Cross station.
It could provide a major boost for the route by drawing commuters and leisure travellers away from budget flights.
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