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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Edinburgh is to train and fly which costs £50 - £150 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs £80 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Exeter to Edinburgh?

The distance between Exeter and Edinburgh is 375 miles. The road distance is 441.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 7h 43m and costs £65 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Exeter to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Edinburgh train from?

Exeter to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or fly from Exeter to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Exeter to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs £80 - £250. Alternatively, you can train via Stafford, which costs £65 - £330 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Exeter to Edinburgh train arrive?

Exeter to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Edinburgh is 441 miles. It takes approximately 7h 29m to drive from Exeter to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Exeter to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 910+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Exeter to Edinburgh by plane, train, 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 Exeter to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
3h 17m
£83–244
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 36m
£48–229
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Staffordtrain
3. Take the train from Stafford to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
7h 43m
£69–323
Drive 438.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Edinburghcar 438.6 mi
7h 29m
£106–153
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4h 14m
£53–150
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 6m
£58–143
Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)plane EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 39m
£89–318
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
6h 15m
£117–253
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 45m
£55–600
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
10h 50m
£97–260

Exeter to Edinburgh by train

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7h 43mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 372.5 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

Loganair flies from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Edinburgh Waverley via Birmingham New Street and Stafford in around 7h 43m.

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