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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Southampton to Edinburgh?

The distance between Southampton and Edinburgh is 368 miles. The road distance is 421.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Edinburgh without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 20m and costs £160 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Southampton to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Edinburgh bus from?

Southampton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Edinburgh train from?

Southampton to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Southampton to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs £80 - £210. Alternatively, you can train via London, which costs £160 - £280 and takes 6h 20m, you could also bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Southampton to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Southampton to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Southampton to Edinburgh train arrive?

Southampton to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Edinburgh is 421 miles. It takes approximately 7h 24m to drive from Southampton to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Southampton to Edinburgh - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 12 ways to get from Southampton to Edinburgh by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
3h 31m
£82–203
Fly Southampton Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 54m
£48–208
Train via London
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 20m
£168–278
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn13 / ...
11h 38m
£53–116
Drive 418.7 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Edinburghcar 418.7 mi
7h 24m
£105–151
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4h 42m
£81–267
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
5h 9m
£75–181
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Barnhamtrain
2. Take the train from Barnham to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
5h 29m
£80–188
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 27m
£107–292
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Bournemouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 56m
£210–320
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
8h 16m
£175–325
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
14h
£71–124

Southampton to Edinburgh by train and subway

112Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

£168Cheapest Price

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Distance: 366.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Loganair, Aer Lingus, and easyJet fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southampton Central to Edinburgh Waverley via Reading, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 6h 20m.

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