What is the cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £24 - £65 and takes 8h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 58m and costs £85 - £270.

Is there a direct train between ExCeL London and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from ExCeL London station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from West Silvertown DLR Station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Bank station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from ExCeL London to Edinburgh?

The distance between ExCeL London and Edinburgh is 401 miles. The road distance is 382.7 miles.

How do I travel from ExCeL London to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £70 - £170.

How long does it take to get from ExCeL London to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from ExCeL London to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from ExCeL London to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 8h 54m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £270 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the ExCeL London to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from ExCeL London to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between ExCeL London to Edinburgh is 383 miles. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from ExCeL London to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2504+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 10 ways to get from ExCeL London to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 52m
£74–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
8h 54m
£25–64
Drive 380.4 mi
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Edinburgh380.4 mi
6h 52m
£95–137
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
2h 58m
£86–262
Bus via Bank DLR Station
1. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station598 / ...
10h 53m
£44–97
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
4h 3m
£87–240
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
4h 1m
£57–169
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
4h 4m
£56–182
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3h 48m
£98–357
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
4h 38m
£55–153

ExCeL London to Edinburgh by foot, train, and subway

309Weekly Services

4h 52mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 398.4 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between ExCeL London, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £70–160 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £22–60 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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