Max Maths, Year 5, Try it, 24-hour timetables (1)

In the context of planning a journey from London to Edinburgh using a 24-hour timetable, the task at hand is to identify the appropriate train to catch in order to arrive at the Edinburgh train station by a particular time. For instance, if one needs to be in Edinburgh by 2.00 p.m., the last suitable train departs from London King’s Cross at 09:00 and arrives in Edinburgh at 13:20, which is 20 minutes past 1 in the afternoon. This allows for a comfortable margin before the required arrival time of 2.00 p.m. The timetable lists several departures from London's King’s Cross station throughout the morning, with corresponding arrival times in Edinburgh.

When examining the timetable for efficiency, it's possible to determine which journey between London and Edinburgh is the fastest. The timetable also provides insight into which trains to avoid; for example, the 08:03 departure from London might not be ideal for certain plans. Furthermore, if the requirement is to arrive in Edinburgh by 1.00 p.m., the timetable offers a selection of trains that would meet this criterion, ensuring travellers can make an informed decision on which train to catch from London's King’s Cross to reach their destination on time.