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Nine ways to Travel from London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh

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Cheapest
By car (674 km)
7 h 24 min
674 km.
from $37
Fastest
Plane from London Gatwick Airport (London City Airport) to Edinburgh (Dundee Airport)
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Rideshare
7 h 24 min
674 km.
from $8.79
Train, Plane (Train to London City Airport)
3 h 43 min
568 km.
from $176.85
Train
5 h 30 min
568 km.
from $374.48
Train, Bus
9 h 45 min
568 km.
from $154.52
Bus, Plane
3 h
568 km.
from $114.89
Train, Plane (Train to Heathrow Airport)
4 h 29 min
568 km.
from $143.91
Train via Sheffield
8 h 3 min
568 km.
from $424.35

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 Gatwick Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$40.50–$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 Gatwick Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.24–$303.79

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 London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.25–$696.18
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
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
8h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$56.96–$82.28

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$113.92–$164.55

Train operators

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Gatwick Express

Phone:
+44 345 850 1530
Website:
gatwickexpress.com/travel-information/plan-your-journey/timetables
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Gatwick Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$40.50
Train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
39 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:
$75.95–$120.25

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–$101.26

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh is to fly which costs $35.87 - $152.17 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 6m and costs $35.87 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct train between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Edinburgh is 584 km. The road distance is 700.7 km.

How do I travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $206.52 - $326.09 .

How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh train from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 6m and costs $35.87 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $206.52 - $326.09 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh train arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh is 701 km. It takes approximately 7h 23m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh.

Which airlines fly from London Gatwick Airport Airport to Edinburgh Airport Airport?

Ryanair and easyJet offer flights from London Gatwick Airport Airport to Edinburgh Airport Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh?

Book your London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 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.
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