What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Bath?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Bath is to bus which costs £26 - £70 and takes 12h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Bath?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Bath is to fly and train which takes 3h 46m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle station to Bath station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Bath?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Castle to Bath. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Bath Spa via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Bath?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Bath is 503 miles. The road distance is 374.7 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Bath without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Bath without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 14m and costs £95 - £270.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Bath?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Bath bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Bath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Bath train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Bath train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Bath?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Bath is to train via London which takes 6h 14m and costs £95 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus via Leeds, which costs £25 - £80 and takes 10h 53m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Bath bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Bath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Bath train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Bath train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Bath is 375 miles. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Bath.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Bath?

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Where can I stay near Bath?

There are 2572+ hotels available in Bath.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Bath by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's CrossEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath SpaLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
6h 14m
£95–262
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUkn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus StationUk070 / ...
10h 53m
£25–77
Drive 372.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Bath372.5 mi
6h 35m
£94–135
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Bath Spa
3h 46m
£44–116
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bristol Temple MeadsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 59m
£63–553
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station183 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station100 / ...
12h 29m
£26–66
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
4h 31m
£52–177
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bath Spa
5h 38m
£128–316
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meads
5h 24m
£62–202
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bath Spa
5h 12m
£110–386

Edinburgh Castle to Bath by foot and bus

149Weekly Services

10h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 499.8 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Bath, England?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to Bath Spa via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 53m.

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