What is the cheapest way to get from London to Midlothian?

The cheapest way to get from London to Midlothian is to bus which costs £22 - £80 and takes 9h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Midlothian?

The fastest way to get from London to Midlothian is to fly and train which takes 4h 18m and costs £85 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between London and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Arniston Engine via Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from London to Midlothian?

The distance between London and Midlothian is 404 miles. The road distance is 366.6 miles.

How do I travel from London to Midlothian without a car?

The best way to get from London to Midlothian without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £70 - £160.

How long does it take to get from London to Midlothian?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from London to Midlothian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Midlothian bus from?

London to Midlothian bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from London to Midlothian?

The best way to get from London to Midlothian is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £80 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the London to Midlothian bus arrive?

London to Midlothian bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from London to Midlothian?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Midlothian is 367 miles. It takes approximately 6h 42m to drive from London to Midlothian.

Where can I stay near Midlothian?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Midlothian.

London to Midlothian - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from London to Midlothian 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 King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 13m
£72–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
9h 25m
£23–78
Drive 364.4 mi
1. Drive from London to Midlothian364.4 mi
6h 42m
£89–129
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Gorebridge
4h 18m
£89–262
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Euston to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Shank BridgeX95
7h 14m
£65–217
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Gorebridge
4h 20m
£88–265
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
4h 31m
£60–164
Fly London Stansted Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Gorebridge
4h 40m
£55–140
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Gorebridge
4h 31m
£58–163
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4h 56m
£101–337

London to Midlothian by train, foot, and bus

201Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 401.2 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between London, England and Midlothian, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £70–160 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £20–65 and the journey takes 8h 16m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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