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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow is to bus which costs £28 - £80 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs £65 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Heathrow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Heathrow?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Heathrow station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Heathrow Terminals 1-2-3 station via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Heathrow?

The distance between Edinburgh and Heathrow is 340 miles. The road distance is 382.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Heathrow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Heathrow train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Heathrow?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs £65 - £230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 5h 8m, you could also bus, which costs £28 - £80 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Heathrow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Heathrow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Heathrow?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Heathrow is 383 miles. It takes approximately 6h 45m to drive from Edinburgh to Heathrow.

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

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

Book your Edinburgh to Heathrow bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Heathrow?

There are 20693+ hotels available in Heathrow.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2h 57m
£70–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Ukxn10
9h 20m
£28–80
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 8m
£62–124
Drive 380.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Heathrowcar 380.3 mi
6h 45m
£93–134
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from Custom House to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
4h 10m
£96–268
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
3h 40m
£77–305
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
4h 12m
£50–170
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
4h 34m
£66–166
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
4h 43m
£64–166
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
8h 27m
£53–210

Edinburgh to Heathrow by train and subway

209Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow.

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Distance: 338.5 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

British Airways and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) every 2 hours. Alternatively, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £55–120 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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