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

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £22 - £75 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs £80 - £260.

Is there a direct train between Stratford and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from West Ham station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Stratford to Edinburgh?

The distance between Stratford and Edinburgh is 399 miles. The road distance is 379.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stratford to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Stratford to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stratford to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Stratford to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £75 and takes 8h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £260 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Stratford to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stratford to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Edinburgh is 379 miles. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Stratford to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Stratford to Edinburgh - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Stratford 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 King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 57m
£72–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkxn10 / ...
8h 35m
£23–75
Drive 377.1 mi
1. Drive from Stratford to Edinburgh377.1 mi
6h 51m
£92–133
Fly London City Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
2h 59m
£82–253
Train via Bow Church
1. Take the train from London Euston to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh
7h 40m
£48–203
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3h 41m
£87–260
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stansted Airport
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
3h 40m
£50–132
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
3h 48m
£62–156
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 37m
£57–165
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
3h 49m
£94–328

Stratford to Edinburgh by subway and train

201Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 396.4 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Stratford, 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. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £20–70 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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