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Seven ways to Travel from Big Ben to Edinburgh

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Cheapest
By car (599 km)
6 h 55 min
599 km.
from $32
Fastest
Plane from Big Ben (Stansted Airport) to Edinburgh (Dundee Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
6 h 55 min
599 km.
from $7.81
Train via Sheffield
7 h 45 min
534 km.
from $400.59
Train, Plane (Train to London Gatwick Airport)
3 h 48 min
533 km.
from $102.79
Train, Plane (Train to Luton Airport)
3 h 43 min
533 km.
from $91.68
Bus, Plane
4 h 12 min
533 km.
from $179.37

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$291.13
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

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.83–$253.16
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$177.21
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 London City Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.60–$392.39
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

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from London City Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$88.60–$392.39

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

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$56.96–$82.28

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.44–$50.63

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$113.92–$164.55

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

Train operators

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–$21.52

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:
$22.78–$31.64

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Luton
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$17.72–$39.24

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:
$75.95–$120.25

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Sheffield to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$164.55–$506.31

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from King's Cross to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$227.84–$329.10

Lumo

Phone:
0800 031 8542
Email:
Website:
lumo.co.uk/
Train from King's Cross to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
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

London Underground (Tube)

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/tube/?cid=tube
Train from Westminster station to Canning
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.42–$5.95
Train from Westminster station to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.04–$5.06

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Big Ben to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Big Ben to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs $28.26 - $59.78 and takes 8h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Big Ben to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Big Ben to Edinburgh is to subway and fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $76.09 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct train between Big Ben and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Big Ben station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Westminster station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Big Ben to Edinburgh?

The distance between Big Ben and Edinburgh is 636 km. The road distance is 610.2 km.

How do I travel from Big Ben to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Big Ben to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs $195.65 - $293.48 .

How long does it take to get from Big Ben to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Big Ben to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Big Ben to Edinburgh train from?

Big Ben to Edinburgh train services, operated by LNER, depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Big Ben to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Big Ben to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs $195.65 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $32.61 - $152.17 and takes 9h 2m, you could also fly, which costs $65.22 - $217.39 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Big Ben to Edinburgh train arrive?

Big Ben to Edinburgh train services, operated by LNER, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Big Ben to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Big Ben to Edinburgh is 610 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Big Ben to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

Can I share a ride from Big Ben to Edinburgh?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Big Ben and Edinburgh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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