How to Travel from
London to Edinburgh
by Plane, Rideshare or Car
Three ways to Travel from London to Edinburgh
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (599 km)
6 h 53 min
599 km.
from $32
Fastest
Plane from London (Stansted Airport) to Edinburgh (Dundee Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
6 h 53 min
599 km.
from $7.81
Transport providers
Airlines
Ryanair
Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Friday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$20.25–$151.89
Plane from Luton Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$291.13
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$291.13
easyJet
Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$164.55
Plane from Luton Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$215.18
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.57–$253.16
British Airways
Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from London City Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.28–$430.36
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$329.10
Plane from London City Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.26–$341.76
Ryanair UK
Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$278.47
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
8h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28
Megabus UK
Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.44–$49.37
Scottish Citylink
Bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$113.92–$164.55
Train operators
Avanti West Coast
Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from King's Cross to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h 44m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$202.52–$481.00
Southern
Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from London Victoria to Gatwick
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25
Gatwick Express
Phone:
+44 345 850 1530
Website:
gatwickexpress.com/travel-information/plan-your-journey/timetables
Train from London Victoria to Gatwick
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64
Thameslink
Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.25–$43.04
East Midlands Railways
Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$113.92
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$30.38
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$94.93
Cross Country
Train from Sheffield to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$164.55–$493.65
LNER
Train from King's Cross to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$227.84–$316.44
Lumo
Train from King's Cross to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day
ScotRail
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$41.77
Caledonian Sleeper
Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from London Euston to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
6h 32m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$126.58
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$82.28–$113.92
Other operators
BlaBlaCar
Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from London to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$69.62
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from London to Edinburgh?
The cheapest way to get from London to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs $28.26 - $59.78 and takes 7h 45m.
What is the fastest way to get from London to Edinburgh?
The fastest way to get from London to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $70.65 - $304.35 .
Is there a direct bus between London and Edinburgh?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 16m.
Is there a direct train between London and Edinburgh?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 22m.
How far is it from London to Edinburgh?
The distance between London and Edinburgh is 628 km. The road distance is 609.3 km.
How do I travel from London to Edinburgh without a car?
The best way to get from London to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $173.91 - $413.04 .
How long does it take to get from London to Edinburgh?
The train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley takes 4h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.
Where do I catch the London to Edinburgh bus from?
London to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.
Where do I catch the London to Edinburgh train from?
London to Edinburgh train services, operated by LNER, depart from King's Cross station.
Train, bus or fly from London to Edinburgh?
The best way to get from London to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $173.91 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $141.30 and takes 8h 16m, you could also fly, which costs $70.65 - $304.35 and takes 3h 15m.
Where does the London to Edinburgh bus arrive?
London to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Where does the London to Edinburgh train arrive?
London to Edinburgh train services, operated by LNER, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Can I drive from London to Edinburgh?
Yes, the driving distance between London to Edinburgh is 609 km. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from London to Edinburgh.
How do I get a train ticket from London to Edinburgh?
Book your London to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from London to Edinburgh?
Book your London to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.
Where can I stay near Edinburgh?
There are 2153+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $43.43 per night.
Can I share a ride from London to Edinburgh?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London and Edinburgh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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