London to Edinburgh

London to Edinburgh

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$29
 
 
$1,739

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London to Edinburgh Schedule

London to Edinburgh Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Transferz Business 3pax Any time£ 996.12
EasyJet Economy #U2656507:45 - 09:10£ 72.89
British Airways Economy #BA143809:25 - 10:50£ 316.76
British Airways Economy #BA143610:30 - 12:00£ 422.77
British Airways Economy #BA144813:50 - 15:15£ 117.13
EasyJet Economy #U280915:55 - 17:25£ 113.78
EasyJet Economy #U231217:15 - 18:30£ 89.78
EasyJet Economy #U281518:45 - 20:15£ 100.24
British Airways Economy #BA145020:50 - 22:15£ 77.69
Megabus Standard AC 23:00 - 21:19£ 63.91

Transportation from London to Edinburgh

Facts about the transport from London to Edinburgh

Cheapest Transport$29
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure6:36 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day88
Distance675 kilometers
Transport CompaniesEasyJet, Megabus, National Express

How to get from London to Edinburgh

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

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 Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 1,738.33. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 28.60.

How far is London from Edinburgh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from London to Edinburgh. Your trip will be a total of 420 miles (675 km). The flying distance is 381 miles (613 km).

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

The travel time from London to Edinburgh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 26 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from London to Edinburgh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Megabus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 28.60 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 1,738.33.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 28.62 to USD 72.18;
  • Plane tickets - USD 56.00 to USD 77.16;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 1,100.16 to USD 1,738.60.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:36 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 60 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from London to Edinburgh depart during the day - there are approximately 7 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from London to Edinburgh any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from London to Edinburgh. 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 56.00.

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 London to Edinburgh

EasyJet

Buses

Taking a bus from London to Edinburgh 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from London to Edinburgh. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 1,100.16.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from London to Edinburgh

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from London to Edinburgh? 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:

  • 57% users took a plane.
  • 43% decided to go for a bus.