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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bristol is to bus via Leeds which costs £45 - £70 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Bristol is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Bristol station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Bristol Bus Station via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Bristol?

The distance between Edinburgh and Bristol is 333 miles. The road distance is 369.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £180 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Edinburgh to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bristol bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bristol train from?

Edinburgh to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Bristol?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bristol is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £180 - £280 and takes 6h 29m, you could also bus via Leeds, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Bristol bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Bristol train arrive?

Edinburgh to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Bristol is 369 miles. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Edinburgh to Bristol.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Bristol train tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Bristol?

Book your Edinburgh to Bristol bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2536+ hotels available in Bristol.

Edinburgh to Bristol - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Bristol by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3h 16m
£42–122
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
4h 2m
£39–136
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 29m
£180–280
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
9h 55m
£47–70
Drive 367.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Bristolcar 367.3 mi
6h 19m
£92–133
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4h 54m
£74–172
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
4h 28m
£62–172
Bus
1. Take the bus from North St David Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 832
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
12h 13m
£67–115

Edinburgh to Bristol by train

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Distance: 331.4 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

easyJet and Ryanair fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bristol Temple Meads every 2 hours. Tickets cost £180–280 and the journey takes 6h 29m.

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