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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £95 and takes 11h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 3h 16m and costs £80 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Home Gardens and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Dartford to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Dartford and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Dartford to Edinburgh?

The distance between Dartford and Edinburgh is 411 miles. The road distance is 388.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Dartford to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Edinburgh bus from?

Dartford to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Edinburgh train from?

Dartford to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Dartford to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Dartford to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £95 and takes 11h 4m.

Where does the Dartford to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Dartford to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Dartford to Edinburgh train arrive?

Dartford to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dartford to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to Edinburgh is 388 miles. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Dartford to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Dartford to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Dartford 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 King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 26m
£75–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
11h 4m
£31–95
Drive 386.2 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to Edinburgh386.2 mi
6h 53m
£95–136
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dartford to Woolwich Arsenal
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3h 16m
£83–258
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to SheffieldLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
8h 1m
£70–340
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dartford to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
4h 5m
£61–163
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
4h 18m
£86–260
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dartford to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Luton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
4h 27m
£59–172
Train, train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Dartford to Abbey Wood (London)
2. Take the train from Abbey Wood to Liverpool Street Station
3. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
4h 23m
£58–150
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4h 6m
£95–333

Dartford to Edinburgh by train

201Weekly Trains

5h 26mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dartford to Edinburgh.

Launch map view

Distance: 408.6 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £70–160 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £20–70 and the journey takes 8h 16m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.