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Paris to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Eurotunnel

There are 7 ways to get from Paris to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, car train, car ferry or plane

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Train • 7h 14m

Take the train from Paris Nord to London St Pancras Eurostar Eil
Take the train from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh

£150 - £687

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Bus • 19h 40m

Take the bus from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine to London - Victoria Coach Station Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine > Lille > London - Victoria Coach Station / ...
Take the bus from London Victoria Coach Station to Edinburgh National Express / ...

£28 - £57

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Bus, train • 16h 1m

Take the bus from Paris Bercy to London Victoria
Take the train from London Euston to Edinburgh

£191 - £592

Drive, Eurotunnel • 10h 56m

Drive from Paris to Calais-Fréthun
Take the Eurotunnel from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestone
Drive from Folkestone to Edinburgh

£222 - £269

Drive, car ferry • 12h 50m

Drive from Paris to Dunkirk
Take the car ferry from Dunkirk to Dover
Drive from Dover to Edinburgh

£157 - £270

Fly to Edinburgh • 5h 1m

Fly from Paris CDG (CDG) to Edinburgh (EDI) CDG - EDI

£46 - £243

Fly to Glasgow, train • 6h 10m

Fly from Paris CDG (CDG) to Glasgow (GLA) CDG - GLA
Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh

£58 - £300

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France → United Kingdom

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International entry into United Kingdom from France

Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of France

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Allowed for: All visitors with the below exceptions

Restricted for: Foreign nationals that have visited Angola, Argentina, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Chile, Colombia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ecuador, Eswatini, French Guiana, Guyana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Seychelles, South Africa, Suriname, Tanzania, Uruguay, Venezuela, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Oman, Qatar, Somalia, Bangladesh, Kenya, Pakistan, Philippines and India in the past 10 days

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Conditions of entry into United Kingdom from France

10-day mandatory self-quarantine
Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival

This applies to arrivals from France

Travellers can choose to pay for a private COVID-19 test. The earliest you can take the test while in quarantine is 5 full days after you left a place not on the travel corridor list
Before travelling, travellers must book and pay for a travel test package, which will include COVID-19 tests to be taken on day 2 and on day 8 of your quarantine
Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions
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10-day mandatory self-quarantine

This doesn't apply to arrivals from: Ireland, Isle of Man, Guernsey and Jersey

Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival

This doesn't apply to arrivals from: Myanmar, Falkland Islands and Saint Helena

Travellers can choose to pay for a private COVID-19 test. The earliest you can take the test while in quarantine is 5 full days after you left a place not on the travel corridor list
Before travelling, travellers must book and pay for a travel test package, which will include COVID-19 tests to be taken on day 2 and on day 8 of your quarantine
Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required

This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions

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Rules to follow in United Kingdom

Mandatory

Considerations leaving from France

The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I allowed to travel from France to United Kingdom?

Yes, but conditions apply when entering United Kingdom from France.

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What are the travel restrictions in Edinburgh?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

Face masks are mandatory
There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
Nationwide control measures in place

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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Edinburgh?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in Edinburgh is 111.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Edinburgh?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Edinburgh is mandatory.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Edinburgh?

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 111.

Are there restrictions returning to France from United Kingdom?

No, but conditions apply when returning to France from United Kingdom.

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Last updated: 4 May 2021
Exceptions may apply, for full details: UK Government.

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Questions & Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Edinburgh is to bus which costs 30€ - 70€ and takes 19h 40m.

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Which way is quickest from Paris to Edinburgh?

The quickest way to get from Paris to Edinburgh is to fly which costs 50€ - 290€ and takes 5h 1m.

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Is there a direct bus between Paris and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Paris to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine and arriving at Edinburgh via London Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 40m.

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Is there a direct train between Paris and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Paris to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Paris Nord and arriving at Edinburgh via London Kings Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

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How far is it from Paris to Edinburgh?

The distance between Paris and Edinburgh is 546 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paris to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs 170€ - 800€.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Paris to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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Where do I catch the Paris to Edinburgh bus from?

Paris to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Blablabus, depart from Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine station.

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Where do I catch the Paris to Edinburgh train from?

Paris to Edinburgh train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.

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Train, bus or fly from Paris to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Paris to Edinburgh is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs 170€ - 800€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 30€ - 70€ and takes 19h 40m, you could also fly, which costs 50€ - 290€ and takes 5h 1m.

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Distance: 545.9 miles
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Paris to Edinburgh via London St Pancras Eurostar and London Kings Cross in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paris Bercy to Edinburgh via London - Victoria Coach Station and London Victoria Coach Station in around 19h 40m.

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