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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham International to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £50 - £85 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham International to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham International and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham International and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham International and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Birmingham International to Edinburgh?

The distance between Birmingham International and Edinburgh is 259 miles. The road distance is 296.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham International to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £65 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Birmingham International to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

Birmingham International to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

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

Birmingham International to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham International station.

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham International to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Birmingham International to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £200 and takes 4h 38m, you could also bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Birmingham International to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Birmingham International to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham International to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham International to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham International to Edinburgh is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Birmingham International to Edinburgh.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Birmingham International to Edinburgh by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
1h 50m
£39–103
Fly 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
2h 38m
£36–114
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 38m
£65–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 180
9h 17m
£50–85
Drive 295 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham International to Edinburghcar 295 mi
5h 8m
£74–107
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 5m
£96–169

Birmingham International to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 257.8 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

easyJet flies from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham International to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £100–170 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Two other operators also service this route.

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