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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Edinburgh is to train and bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 10h 34m.

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 41m and costs £45 - £130.

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 59m.

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 53m.

How far is it from Brighton to Edinburgh?

The distance between Brighton and Edinburgh is 446 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 53m and costs £70 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m 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 train which takes 5h 53m and costs £70 - £190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 3h 41m, you could also bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 12h 59m.

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 13m 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 - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 53m
£72–184
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Brighton to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukxn10 / ...
10h 34m
£35–87
Drive 424.7 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Edinburghcar 424.7 mi
8h 13m
£102–148
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
3h 41m
£45–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10
12h 59m
£42–99
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
4h 17m
£96–261
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
5h 5m
£103–298
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
5h 6m
£103–245
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 33m
£50–133
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
5h 2m
£63–164
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 8m
£103–269

Brighton to Edinburgh by train

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Map of how to get from Brighton to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 443.6 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Edinburgh Waverley via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 5 times a day.

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