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How to Travel from

East Midlands Airport to Edinburgh

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Luton Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52
Plane from Birmingham Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.23–$227.84
Plane from Luton Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$202.52

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$329.10

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Nottingham to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.77–$59.49

Kinchbus

Phone:
01509 815637
Website:
kinchbus.co.uk/
Bus from EMA Departure Building to Railway
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.67–$4.56

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Nottingham to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$60.76
Train from Nottingham to Kettering
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$45.57
Train from Kettering to Luton
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$39.24
Train from Derby to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$94.93

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Nottingham to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.16–$75.95

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Derby to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$177.21–$569.60
Train from Derby to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$40.50–$82.28

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$113.92

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$58.23–$139.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs $50 - $76.09 and takes 7h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh is to bus and train and fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $70.65 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh?

The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Edinburgh is 504 km. The road distance is 426.4 km.

How do I travel from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs $152.17 - $500 .

How long does it take to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh bus from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs $152.17 - $500 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $76.09 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh is 426 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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