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

The cheapest way to get from Cotswolds to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 14h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotswolds to Edinburgh is to line 882 bus and train and fly which takes 5h 20m and costs £55 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cotswolds and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cotswolds to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Combend Farm and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.

How far is it from Cotswolds to Edinburgh?

The distance between Cotswolds and Edinburgh is 350 miles. The road distance is 340.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cotswolds to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £150 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Cotswolds to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotswolds to Edinburgh bus from?

Cotswolds to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Train or bus from Cotswolds to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Cotswolds to Edinburgh is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £150 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 14h 15m.

Where does the Cotswolds to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Cotswolds to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cotswolds to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotswolds to Edinburgh is 341 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Cotswolds to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Cotswolds to Edinburgh - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 11 ways to get from Cotswolds 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 Cheltenham Spa to StaffordBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 16m
£156–278
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station180 / ...
14h 15m
£39–93
Drive 338.6 mi
1. Drive from Cotswolds to Edinburgh338.6 mi
5h 59m
£83–120
Line 882 bus, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Combend Farm to Transport Hub arrival
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
5h 20m
£55–130
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stafford
3. Take the train from Stafford to Edinburgh Waverley
7h 51m
£88–229
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
8h 2m
£49–250
Line 882 bus, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Combend Farm to Transport Hub arrival
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Street
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 38m
£52–145
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 10m
£62–190
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gloucester to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
6h 49m
£123–380
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 27m
£57–210
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gloucester to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
7h 18m
£103–290

Cotswolds to Edinburgh by foot and bus

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14h 15mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cotswolds to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 348.4 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cotswolds to Edinburgh Waverley via Cheltenham Spa and Stafford in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cotswolds to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Combend Farm, Transport Hub, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 14h 15m.

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