What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh is to bus via Glasgow which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham (Region) and Edinburgh?

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

Is there a direct train between Birmingham (Region) and Edinburgh?

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 (Region) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Birmingham (Region) and Edinburgh is 267 miles. The road distance is 287.3 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh 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 (Region) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh bus from?

Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can train via Carlisle, which costs £95 - £180 and takes 4h 51m, you could also bus via Glasgow, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh?

Book your Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 9 ways to get from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh 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 54m
£41–107
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
£99–177
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
7h 31m
£43–74
Drive 285.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham (Region) to Edinburghcar 285.6 mi
5h 3m
£70–101
Fly Birmingham Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
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 46m
£41–142
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 52m
£96–191
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
5h
£120–372
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 35m
£65–160

Birmingham (Region) to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 265.7 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Birmingham (Region), England and Edinburgh, 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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