What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to bus via Leicester which costs £40 - £85 and takes 11h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to fly which takes 2h 28m and costs £60 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Airport via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 station and arriving at Edinburgh Airport via King's Cross and St Andrew Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 335 miles. The road distance is 388.4 miles.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 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 Airport (EDI)?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to fly which takes 2h 28m and costs £60 - £220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £180 and takes 6h 3m, you could also bus, which costs £60 - £95 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 388 miles. It takes approximately 6h 45m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

There are 2504+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Q: How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), including transfers.

There are 10 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2h 28m
£62–213
Bus to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Station
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
3h 20m
£38–149
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
3h 56m
£81–264
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
6h 3m
£83–176
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Buchanan Bus Station802
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to AirportAir / ...
9h 50m
£60–95
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3h 29m
£93–273
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Airport Bus Station
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
3h 48m
£42–153
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Liverpool Street Station
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
4h 4m
£55–142
Bus via Leicester
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to AsdaUk900
2. Take the bus from Asda to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
11h 31m
£44–83
Drive 386.2 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)386.2 mi
6h 45m
£97–139

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) flights

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1h 34mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 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 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £70–160 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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