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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh is to fly which costs £40 - £130 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 53m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Edinburgh?

The distance between Gatwick and Edinburgh is 365 miles. The road distance is 401.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Edinburgh bus from?

Gatwick to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Edinburgh train from?

Gatwick to Edinburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Gatwick to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 53m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £180 and takes 5h 14m, you could also bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 11h 42m.

Where does the Gatwick to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick to Edinburgh train arrive?

Gatwick to Edinburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Edinburgh is 402 miles. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Gatwick to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Gatwick to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gatwick to Edinburgh?

Book your Gatwick to Edinburgh bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2507+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Gatwick to Edinburgh - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh 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 London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
1h 53m
£41–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk920 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn10
11h 42m
£38–112
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 14m
£85–176
Drive 399.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Edinburgh399.2 mi
7h 46m
£98–141
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
2h 47m
£50–180
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
4h 8m
£78–252
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3h 57m
£100–288
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Birmingham - Great Charles Street QueenswayUk920
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
9h 24m
£48–195

Gatwick to Edinburgh by train

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5h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 363.1 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

easyJet and Ryanair fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Waverley via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 14m.

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