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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Bristol

Cheapest
6 h 20 min
Car
591 km.
from $32
Other
6 h 58 min
Bus
650 km.
from €35.33
10 h 43 min
500 km.
from $78.22
3 h 57 min
Train, Plane
500 km.
from $74.29
4 h 36 min
Train, Plane
500 km.
from $162.14
4 h 57 min
Bus, Plane
500 km.
from $182.34
12 h 15 min
500 km.
from $95.76

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$41.77–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$164.55
Plane from Glasgow Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$177.21
Plane from Newcastle to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$227.84
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$189.87–$531.63

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cabot
Ave. Duration:
8h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Buchanan
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$94.93
Bus from Birmingham to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$253.16–$822.76
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$240.50
Train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$177.21

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$151.89

Lumo

Phone:
0800 031 8542
Email:
Website:
lumo.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a day

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bristol?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bristol is to fly which costs $30.43 - $141.30 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Bristol is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $30.43 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Cabot Circus via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Bristol?

The distance between Edinburgh and Bristol is 532 km. The road distance is 591.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs $217.39 - $706.52 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Edinburgh to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bristol bus from?

Edinburgh to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bristol train from?

Edinburgh to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Bristol?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bristol is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $30.43 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $217.39 - $706.52 and takes 6h 26m, you could also bus, which costs $45.65 - $65.22 and takes 10h 43m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Bristol bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Bristol bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Bristol train arrive?

Edinburgh to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Bristol is 591 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Edinburgh to Bristol.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Bristol train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Bristol?

Book your Edinburgh to Bristol bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2107+ hotels available in Bristol. Prices start at $33.08 per night.
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