What is the cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 12h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 3h 48m and costs £90 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham (Kent) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from St Mark's Church and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham (Kent) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Gillingham (Kent) and Edinburgh is 428 miles. The road distance is 403.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £60 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh bus from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh train from?

Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £60 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 12h 1m.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Gillingham (Kent) and Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is 1h behind Gillingham (Kent). It is currently 5:45 PM in Gillingham (Kent) and 4:45 PM in Edinburgh.

Where does the Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh is 403 miles. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Gillingham (Kent) 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 Gillingham (Kent) to London St Pancras Intltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 16m
£61–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukxn10 / ...
12h 1m
£31–84
Drive 401 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburghcar 401 mi
7h 14m
£99–142
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3h 48m
£92–275
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
8h
£69–364
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
4h 16m
£51–200
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4h 45m
£97–298
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4h 56m
£61–196
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 40m
£104–263
Train, train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
5h 1m
£61–167

Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 425.1 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Gillingham (Kent), England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh Waverley via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Gillingham (Kent) to Edinburgh, Bus Station via St Mark's Church, Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 12h 1m.

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