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Seven ways to Travel from Charing Cross to Edinburgh

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Cheapest
By car (599 km)
6 h 53 min
599 km.
from $32
Fastest
Plane from Charing Cross (Stansted Airport) to Edinburgh (Dundee Airport)
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Rideshare
6 h 53 min
599 km.
from $7.81
Train, Plane (Train to London Gatwick Airport)
3 h 48 min
532 km.
from $102.86
Train, Plane (Train to Luton Airport)
3 h 47 min
532 km.
from $96.60
Bus, Plane (Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport)
4 h 21 min
532 km.
from $179.73
Bus, Plane (Fly Heathrow Airport to Newcastle)
4 h 59 min
532 km.
from $218.43

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 London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$291.13
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 Stansted Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$177.21
Plane from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.83–$253.16
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
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$569.60

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

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from London Euston to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h 44m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$215.18–$506.31

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 London Blackfriars to Luton
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.78–$46.83

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$240.50

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
Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$151.89

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
Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
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

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

London Underground (Tube)

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/tube/?cid=tube
Train from Charing Cross station to Paddington
Ave. Duration:
11 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.04–$5.06
Train from Embankment station to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.04–$4.94

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 Charing Cross to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs $28.26 - $59.78 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $76.09 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Leicester Square station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Edinburgh?

The distance between Charing Cross and Edinburgh is 630 km. The road distance is 609.5 km.

How do I travel from Charing Cross to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $195.65 - $293.48 .

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Charing Cross to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Edinburgh bus from?

Charing Cross to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Edinburgh train from?

Charing Cross to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train, bus or fly from Charing Cross to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $195.65 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $152.17 and takes 9h 11m, you could also fly, which costs $76.09 - $271.74 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Charing Cross to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Edinburgh train arrive?

Charing Cross to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Edinburgh is 609 km. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Charing Cross to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross to Edinburgh?

Book your Charing Cross to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

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 Charing Cross to Edinburgh?

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