What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh is to line 2 bus and train and fly which takes 4h 41m and costs £55 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Castle and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Potter Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Melbourne Castle and Edinburgh is 300 miles. The road distance is 268.2 miles.

How do I travel from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £50 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh bus from?

Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh is 268 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2481+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Melbourne Castle 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 Derby to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 29m
£54–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUk002 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk010 / ...
9h 39m
£31–72
Drive 266.6 mi
1. Drive from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh266.6 mi
5h 5m
£66–95
Line 2 bus, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Potter Street to Railway Station
2. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Street
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4h 41m
£56–141
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Derby to CreweLincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 5m
£54–178
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 29m
£62–201
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Derby to Leicester
2. Take the train from Leicester to Kettering
3. Take the train from Kettering to Luton Airport Parkway
4. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
6h 11m
£74–241
Line 2 bus, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Potter Street to Railway Station
2. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intl
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
6h 40m
£112–397
Line 2 bus, train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Potter Street to Railway Station
2. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intl
3. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
6h 31m
£87–302

Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh by foot, bus, and train

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5h 29mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 298 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Melbourne Castle, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £45–180 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Castle to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Potter Street, Bus Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 9h 39m.

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