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

The cheapest way to get from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh is to bus via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) which costs £27 - £45 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh is to subway and fly which takes 3h 30m and costs £80 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Trafalgar Square and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Trafalgar Square and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Trafalgar Square station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Leicester Square station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh?

The distance between Trafalgar Square and Edinburgh is 394 miles. The road distance is 374.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh bus from?

Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £75 and takes 8h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £250 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh is 374 miles. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh?

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

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

There are 12 ways to get from Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh by train, bus, rideshare, subway, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
4h 43m
£62–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukxn10 / ...
8h 25m
£22–72
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Edinburghrideshare 371.3 mi
7h 46m
£23–50
Subway to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the subway from Westminster station to Canning Town stationsubway
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3h 30m
£83–247
Bus via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Edinburgh Elder Street Bus Stopbus megabus M20
10h 4m
£27–42
Drive 371.9 mi
1. Drive from Trafalgar Square to Edinburghcar 371.9 mi
6h 59m
£92–132
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3h 58m
£73–245
Subway to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the subway from Euston station to Tottenham Hale stationsubway
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3h 55m
£49–149
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
3h 49m
£58–150
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
3h 53m
£48–169
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 17m
£95–302
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 17m
£63–319

Trafalgar Square to Edinburgh by foot, subway, and train

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 392.1 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Trafalgar Square, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £60–140 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £20–70 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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