Edinburgh to Birmingham

Edinburgh to Birmingham

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Edinburgh to Birmingham Schedule

Edinburgh to Birmingham Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Megabus Standard AC 07:00 - 15:40£ 17.38
Aer Lingus Economy 08:20 - 14:40£ 68.80
EasyJet Economy #U233311:45 - 12:55£ 49.08
EasyJet Economy 12:55 - 08:05£ 102
EasyJet Economy #U233516:30 - 17:40£ 128.12
EasyJet Economy #U233519:45 - 20:55£ 61.51
Megabus Standard AC 21:00 - 06:15£ 45.81

Transportation from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Facts about the transport from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Cheapest Transport$37
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure9:10 PM
Departures per day14
Distance492 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAer Lingus, EasyJet, National Express

How to get from Edinburgh to Birmingham

When you want to get from Edinburgh to Birmingham, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 158.11. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 35.66.

How far is Edinburgh from Birmingham?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Edinburgh to Birmingham. Your trip will be a total of 306 miles (492 km). The flying distance is 263 miles (422 km).

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

The travel time from Edinburgh to Birmingham can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 15 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Edinburgh to Birmingham?

The cost of the trip from Edinburgh to Birmingham varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is National Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 35.66 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 158.11.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Edinburgh to Birmingham:

  • Bus tickets - USD 36.21 to USD 62.43;
  • Plane tickets - USD 61.18 to USD 158.56;

How many trips per day are there between Edinburgh and Birmingham?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:10. There are 8 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Edinburgh to Birmingham depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Birmingham. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 61.18.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Edinburgh to Birmingham

Aer Lingus, EasyJet

Buses

Taking a bus from Edinburgh to Birmingham is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Edinburgh to Birmingham

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Edinburgh to Birmingham? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.