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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Edinburgh is to fly which costs £85 - £370 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 23m and costs £85 - £370.

Is there a direct train between Cornwall and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Luxulyan and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cornwall and Edinburgh is 409 miles. The road distance is 506.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 11h 7m and costs £310 - £450.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Cornwall to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or fly from Cornwall to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cornwall to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 23m and costs £85 - £370. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £310 - £450 and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Cornwall to Edinburgh train arrive?

Cornwall to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Edinburgh is 506 miles. It takes approximately 8h 46m to drive from Cornwall to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Cornwall to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 1656+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Cornwall to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cornwall to Edinburgh by plane, train, 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
best
1. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane NQY - EDI
2h 23m
£86–366
Train
1. Take the train from Par to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Penzance - Edinburgh
11h 7m
£312–443
Drive 503.1 mi
1. Drive from Cornwall to Edinburghcar 503.1 mi
8h 46m
£123–177
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
13h 14m
£182–392

Cornwall to Edinburgh by train

12Weekly Trains

11h 7mAverage Duration

£312Cheapest Price

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Distance: 406.5 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

Ryanair UK and Ryanair fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 3 times a week. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Par to Edinburgh Waverley twice daily. Tickets cost £310–440 and the journey takes 9h 56m.

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