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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Larne is to fly and train which costs £45 - £110 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Larne is to fly and train which takes 4h 32m and costs £40 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Larne?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Larne. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Circular Road via Glasgow Buchanan and Bridge Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Larne?

The distance between Edinburgh and Larne is 193 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Larne without a car is to train and ferry which takes 7h 42m and costs £75 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Edinburgh to Larne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Larne bus from?

Edinburgh to Larne bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Larne bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Larne bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where can I stay near Larne?

There are 223+ hotels available in Larne.

Edinburgh to Larne - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, and ferry

There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Larne by plane, train, ferry, busferry, car, car ferry, or bus

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 Belfast International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)plane EDI - BFS
2. Take the train from Yorkgate to Larne Towntrain
4h 37m
£46–108
Fly Edinburgh Airport to George Best Belfast City Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)plane EDI - BHD
2. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Larne Towntrain
4h 32m
£44–144
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Stranraertrain
4. Take the ferry from Cairnryan to Larneferry
7h 42m
£79–344
Train, bus and ferry
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Towntrain
9h 48m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cairnryancar
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfastcarferry
5h 6m
£64–95
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Belfast International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)plane GLA - BFS
3. Take the train from Yorkgate to Larne Towntrain
5h 21m
£54–193
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to George Best Belfast City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)plane GLA - BHD
3. Take the train from Lanyon Place to Larne Towntrain
5h 12m
£57–229
Train to Newcastle, fly to Belfast International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)plane NCL - BFS
3. Take the train from Yorkgate to Larne Towntrain
6h 3m
£51–194
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
10h 17m
Bus, bus and ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Glasgowbus
2. Take the busferry from Glasgow Buchanan to Belfast, Europa Buscentrebusferry 923
3. Take the train from Belfast Great Central to Larne Towntrain
10h 17m

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Belfast International Airport (BFS) flights

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Larne.

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Distance: 191.4 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Larne, Northern Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Edinburgh to Larne. However, you can take the vehicle to Edinburgh Airport, walk to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) airport, fly to Belfast International Airport (BFS), walk to Belfast International Airport, take the bus to Nelson Street Bus Lane, walk to Yorkgate, then take the train to Larne Town. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Larne via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Ayr, Stranraer, and Cairnryan in around 7h 42m.

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