What is the cheapest way to get from Minehead to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Minehead to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 16h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Minehead to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Minehead to Edinburgh is to drive and fly which takes 4h 24m and costs £95 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Minehead and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Minehead to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Bancks Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Hither Mead, County Hall and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 57m.

How far is it from Minehead to Edinburgh?

The distance between Minehead and Edinburgh is 405 miles. The road distance is 425.4 miles.

How do I travel from Minehead to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Minehead to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 9h 43m and costs £35 - £310.

How long does it take to get from Minehead to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Minehead to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minehead to Edinburgh bus from?

Minehead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Train or bus from Minehead to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Minehead to Edinburgh is to train which takes 9h 43m and costs £35 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 16h 57m.

Where does the Minehead to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Minehead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Minehead to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Minehead to Edinburgh is 425 miles. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Minehead to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2507+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Minehead to Edinburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, plane

There are 10 ways to get from Minehead to Edinburgh by bus, train, plane, 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.

Line 28 bus, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Bancks Street to Hither Mead
2. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
5h 31m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taunton to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
9h 43m
£35–310
Bus
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Station106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station180 / ...
16h 57m
£40–105
Drive 422.9 mi
1. Drive from Minehead to Edinburgh422.9 mi
7h 24m
£103–149
Line 28 bus, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bancks Street to Hither Mead
2. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 19m
Drive to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Drive from Minehead to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
2. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
4h 24m
£95–216
Line 28 bus, train to Exeter, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Bancks Street to Hither Mead
2. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davids
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
6h 13m
Line 28 bus, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Bancks Street to Hither Mead
2. Take the bus from Hither Mead to Taunton Station
3. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Street
4. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
7h 5m
Line 28 bus, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from Bancks Street to Hither Mead
2. Take the bus from Hither Mead to Taunton Station
3. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meads
4. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
5. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 57m
Drive, train
1. Drive from Minehead to Rhoose
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverley
10h 12m
£90–262

Minehead to Edinburgh by bus and train

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9h 43mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 402.7 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Minehead, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Taunton to Edinburgh Waverley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £35–310 and the journey takes 7h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bancks Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Hither Mead, Castle Way, County Hall, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 16h 57m.

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