What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs £65 - £230.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Heathrow Terminal 3?

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

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Heathrow Terminal 3?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 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 13m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3?

The distance between Edinburgh and Heathrow Terminal 3 is 341 miles. The road distance is 382.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 bus from?

Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 train from?

Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs £65 - £230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 5h 13m, you could also bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 24m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 train arrive?

Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 is 382 miles. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3?

Book your Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Heathrow Terminal 3?

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Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 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)EDI - LHR
3h 1m
£70–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUkxn10
9h 24m
£30–75
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's CrossEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 13m
£66–125
Drive 380.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3380.2 mi
6h 46m
£96–139
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
4h 9m
£102–312
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)GLA - LHR
3h 46m
£83–315
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)EDI - LTN
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
4h 12m
£52–174
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)EDI - STN
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
4h 37m
£64–184
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdon
4h 34m
£70–186
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the bus from B'ham Airport Bus Terminal to Heathrow Central Bus Station
5h 19m
£52–144

Edinburgh to Heathrow Terminal 3 by train, subway, and foot

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338.7 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Heathrow Terminal 3, England?

British Airways and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) hourly. Alternatively, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Cross every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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