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Lucy Farrell

How long will Queen's coffin remain in Scotland and when does it leave for London?

Thousands of mourners have been in line since early Monday morning to pay their respects to the Queen.

Following an emotional procession led by King Charles III, Her Majesty's cortege travelled from the Palace of Holyroodhouse to St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh on Monday.

A ceremony of reflection was held, where the Queen is to lie in rest before being transported to London on Tuesday afternoon.

Members of the public have been permitted to visit the Queen's coffin since 5.30pm on Monday. But those hoping for a chance to offer their condolences will need wristbands from official staff.

It is reported that queues to visit Her Majesty's coffin started from late on Sunday night into the early hours of the next morning, while officers had to cut off access to the Royal Mile at noon on Monday due to large crowds.

There are also strict rules which have to be followed to gain access to St Giles' Cathedral, as well as a list of banned items which both can be found here.

But how long will Her Majesty's coffin remain in Scotland?

When will the Queen's coffin be moved to London?

According to the Scottish Government, the public can visit the Queen's coffin until 3pm on Tuesday September 13.

Members of the public queue outside St Giles' Cathedral to pay their respects before the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II lying at rest. (AFP via Getty Images)

It will then be moved from St Giles' Cathedral to Edinburgh Airport at 5pm. A statement from the Royal Family confirmed that her coffin will be flown from Scotland at 6.00pm to an RAF base outside of London, then taken by road to Buckingham Palace.

Similar to the Royal Mile procession seen in Edinburgh, the coffin will be taken through from Buckingham Palace to the Palace of Westminster.

Here, the Queen will lie-in state in Westminster Hall until the day of the State Funeral on Monday September 19.

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