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Five ways to Travel from England to Edinburgh

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Cheapest
By car (462 km)
5 h 19 min
462 km.
from $25
Fastest
Plane from England (Birmingham International Airport) to Edinburgh (Dundee Airport)
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Rideshare
5 h 19 min
462 km.
from $17.58
Train, Plane (Train to Birmingham Airport)
2 h 55 min
400 km.
from $72.88
Train, Plane (Train to Luton Airport)
3 h 53 min
400 km.
from $90.18

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$40.50–$253.16
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 Bristol Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$164.55
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

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

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 Birmingham New Street to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
9 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.56–$69.62
Train from London Euston to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h 44m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$215.18–$506.31

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:
$21.52–$44.30

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Email:
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
9 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.76–$32.91

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

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
11 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.18–$6.33

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

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 England to Edinburgh?

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

What is the fastest way to get from England to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from England to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 2h 55m and costs $33.70 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between England and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from England 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 England and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from England station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Embankment station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from England to Edinburgh?

The distance between England and Edinburgh is 428 km. The road distance is 609.3 km.

How do I travel from England to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from England to Edinburgh without a car is to train via King's Cross which takes 5h 9m and costs $195.65 - $293.48 .

How long does it take to get from England to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from England to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the England to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the England to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from England to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from England to Edinburgh is to train via King's Cross which takes 5h 9m 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 $40.22 - $163.04 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the England to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between England and Edinburgh?

It is currently 07:29 at both, England and Edinburgh.

Where does the England to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from England to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between England to Edinburgh is 609 km. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from England to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from England to Edinburgh?

Book your England 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 England to Edinburgh?

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