What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £29 - £85 and takes 10h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs £70 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Edinburgh is 342 miles. The road distance is 381.5 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £55 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 2m and costs £70 - £240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 5h 30m, you could also bus, which costs £29 - £85 and takes 10h 58m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh is 382 miles. It takes approximately 6h 47m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 11 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 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 Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3h 2m
£72–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10
10h 58m
£29–83
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 30m
£58–146
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Railway Stationbus Sky
3. Take the train from Derby to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
10h 39m
£49–228
Drive 379.3 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburghcar 379.3 mi
6h 47m
£93–134
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Stratfordtrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
4h 4m
£98–263
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4h 4m
£46–147
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
4h 18m
£51–168
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 54m
£79–251
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
4h 37m
£65–157
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 24m
£58–327

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh by subway and train

197Weekly Services

5h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 340.2 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

British Airways and Aer Lingus fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) every 2 hours. Alternatively, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £55–140 and the journey takes 4h 6m.

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