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

The cheapest way to get from Devon to Edinburgh is to train and fly which costs £70 - £170 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Devon to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 46m and costs £85 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Devon and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Devon to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Yeoford and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street and Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Devon to Edinburgh?

The distance between Devon and Edinburgh is 387 miles. The road distance is 448 miles.

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

The best way to get from Devon to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 8h 44m and costs £190 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Devon to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Devon to Edinburgh train from?

Devon to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Devon to Edinburgh train arrive?

Devon to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Devon to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Devon to Edinburgh is 448 miles. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Devon to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 1630+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Devon to Edinburgh - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Devon to Edinburgh by train, plane, 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.

Train to Exeter, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the train from Yeoford to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
4h 46m
£88–234
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
5h 8m
£71–167
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
8h 44m
£194–320
Drive 445.4 mi
1. Drive from Devon to Edinburghcar 445.4 mi
7h 49m
£111–161
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 3m
£83–202
Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 50m
£119–403
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 32m
£86–246
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
9h 6m
£265–389
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
12h 11m
£200–354

Devon to Edinburgh by train

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8h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 384.4 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Yeoford to Edinburgh Waverley via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, and Wolverhampton in around 8h 44m.

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