What is the cheapest way to get from Russell Square to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Russell Square to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs £23 - £50 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Russell Square to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Russell Square to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 3h 18m and costs £85 - £280.

Is there a direct train between Russell Square and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from King's Cross and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Russell Square to Edinburgh?

The distance between Russell Square and Edinburgh is 393 miles. The road distance is 373.3 miles.

How do I travel from Russell Square to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Russell Square to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £30 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Russell Square to Edinburgh?

The train from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh Waverley takes 4h 5m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Russell Square to Edinburgh train from?

Russell Square to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Russell Square to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Russell Square to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £30 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £75 and takes 8h 8m, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £250 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Russell Square to Edinburgh train arrive?

Russell Square to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Russell Square to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Russell Square to Edinburgh is 373 miles. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Russell Square to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Russell Square to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2507+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from Russell Square to Edinburgh?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Russell Square and Edinburgh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Russell Square to Edinburgh - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 12 ways to get from Russell Square to Edinburgh by train, bus, rideshare, plane, car, or subway

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 / ...
4h 5m
£30–260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
8h 8m
£22–73
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Edinburgh371.3 mi
7h 45m
£23–50
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Custom House
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3h 18m
£88–274
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to SheffieldLondon St Pancras International - Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 24m
£69–315
Drive 371.1 mi
1. Drive from Russell Square to Edinburgh371.1 mi
6h 53m
£91–131
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3h 33m
£87–250
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
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
3h 25m
£51–155
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
3h 36m
£55–146
Subway to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the subway from Euston station to Tottenham Hale station
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
3h 43m
£48–136
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4h 22m
£99–325
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 6m
£100–349

Russell Square to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 390.2 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Russell Square, England and Edinburgh, 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. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £20–70 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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