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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 12h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Brighton to Edinburgh?

The distance between Brighton and Edinburgh is 389 miles. The road distance is 427.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £80 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Brighton to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Edinburgh bus from?

Brighton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Edinburgh train from?

Brighton to Edinburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Brighton to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £200 and takes 5h 46m, you could also bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Brighton to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Edinburgh train arrive?

Brighton to Edinburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Edinburgh is 427 miles. It takes approximately 8h 8m to drive from Brighton to Edinburgh.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Brighton to Edinburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Brighton to Edinburgh by plane, train, 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.

Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
3h 23m
£49–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn10
12h 40m
£42–118
Train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 46m
£80–194
Drive 424.7 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Edinburgh424.7 mi
8h 8m
£104–150
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
4h 12m
£93–291
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4h 17m
£56–200
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Luton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
4h 48m
£63–190
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
4h 58m
£103–308
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
5h 4m
£113–232
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverley
8h 3m
£75–354

Brighton to Edinburgh by train

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Brighton to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 387.1 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

easyJet and Ryanair fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Brighton to Edinburgh Waverley via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 46m.

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