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

The cheapest way to get from Elstree to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elstree to Edinburgh is to bus and train and fly which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Elstree and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Elstree to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Watling Court and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Edgware Bus Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Elstree and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Elstree to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Elstree & Borehamwood and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Elstree to Edinburgh?

The distance between Elstree and Edinburgh is 405 miles. The road distance is 363.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elstree to Edinburgh without a car is to train via London Kings Cross which takes 4h 56m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Elstree to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elstree to Edinburgh bus from?

Elstree to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Elstree to Edinburgh train from?

Elstree to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train or bus from Elstree to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Elstree to Edinburgh is to train via London Kings Cross which takes 4h 56m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Elstree to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elstree to Edinburgh train arrive?

Elstree to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Elstree to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Elstree to Edinburgh is 363 miles. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Elstree to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Elstree to Edinburgh - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 107 bus

There are 11 ways to get from Elstree to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, subway, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London Kings Cross
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 56m
£116–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukxn10 / ...
9h 55m
£34–64
Drive 361.1 mi
1. Drive from Elstree to Edinburghcar 361.1 mi
6h 35m
£90–129
Line 107 bus, subway to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Watling Court to Edgware Stationbus
2. Take the subway from Edgware station to Bank stationsubway
3. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
4h 13m
£99–265
Train
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh
7h 32m
£142–233
Bus, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Watling Court to Glenhaven Avenuebus
2. Take the train from Elstree & Borehamwood to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
3h 42m
£48–124
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Elstree & Borehamwood to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4h 24m
£91–262
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4h 28m
£58–153
Train, subway to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Elstree & Borehamwood to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Tottenham Hale stationsubway
3. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
4h 31m
£57–145
Line 107 bus, subway to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Watling Court to Edgware Stationbus
2. Take the subway from Edgware station to Bank stationsubway
3. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 12m
£112–300
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elstree & Borehamwood to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 19m
£104–347

Elstree to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 402.6 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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