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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Edinburgh is to fly which costs £30 - £180 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Edinburgh?

The distance between Bournemouth and Edinburgh is 397 miles. The road distance is 429.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Edinburgh without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 47m and costs £170 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Bournemouth to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bournemouth to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Edinburgh is to train via London which takes 6h 47m and costs £170 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £230 and takes 12h 41m, you could also fly, which costs £30 - £180 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Edinburgh train arrive?

Bournemouth to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Edinburgh is 430 miles. It takes approximately 7h 47m to drive from Bournemouth to Edinburgh.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Bournemouth to Edinburgh - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Bournemouth to Edinburgh by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
3h 38m
£98–221
Fly Bournemouth Airport to Edinburgh Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BOH - EDI
3h 33m
£34–173
Train via London
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 47m
£176–296
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10
12h 41m
£57–222
Drive 427.4 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Edinburghcar 427.4 mi
7h 47m
£106–153
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4h 46m
£87–292
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 18m
£70–226
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
6h
£103–257
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
6h 20m
£89–220
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Bournemouth - Glasgow Central
8h 26m
£260–370
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 183 / ...
13h 50m
£84–223

Bournemouth to Edinburgh by train and subway

93Weekly Services

6h 47mAverage Duration

£176Cheapest Price

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Distance: 394.8 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Edinburgh Waverley via Reading, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 6h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 12h 41m.

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