What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley is to bus via Glasgow which costs £40 - £80 and takes 7h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley is to fly which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley?

The distance between Birmingham and Edinburgh Waverley is 268 miles. The road distance is 287 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 51m and costs £95 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley bus from?

Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley train from?

Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley is to fly which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can train via Carlisle, which costs £95 - £180 and takes 4h 51m, you could also bus via Glasgow, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley bus arrive?

Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley train arrive?

Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley?

Book your Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley?

Book your Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Waverley?

There are 3019+ hotels available in Edinburgh Waverley.

Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 9 ways to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
2h 49m
£43–112
Fly Birmingham Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 42m
£40–142
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 51m
£98–176
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk090 / ...
7h 46m
£41–79
Drive 285.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverleycar 285.4 mi
5h 2m
£70–101
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
4h 47m
£98–196
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4h 55m
£123–377
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 7m
£120–260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
9h 42m
£65–160

Birmingham to Edinburgh Waverley by train

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Distance: 266 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland?

easyJet flies from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle in around 4h 51m.

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