What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben is to rideshare which costs £25 - £50 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben is to fly and subway which takes 3h 37m and costs £90 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Big Ben?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle station to Big Ben. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Finchley Road / O2 Centre via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Big Ben?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Westminster station via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Big Ben is 398 miles. The road distance is 374.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £130 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 8h 9m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £270 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben is 374 miles. It takes approximately 7h 2m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben.

Where can I stay near Big Ben?

There are 21258+ hotels available in Big Ben.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben?

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

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There are 12 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Big Ben by train, bus, rideshare, plane, subway, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 50m
£135–184
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Londonrideshare 371.2 mi
8h 4m
£25–50
Bus via Finchley Road / O2 Centre
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Ukxn10 / ...
8h 9m
£46–66
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, subway
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the subway from Canning Town station to Westminster stationsubway
3h 37m
£92–298
Bus
1. Take the bus from North St David Street to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 839
10h 21m
£63–111
Drive 372.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Big Bencar 372.2 mi
7h 2m
£92–133
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
3h 54m
£82–264
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, subway
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
2. Take the subway from Liverpool Street station to Westminster stationsubway
4h 11m
£48–148
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train, subway
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain
3. Take the subway from West Hampstead station to Westminster stationsubway
3h 54m
£52–166
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
4h 2m
£58–156
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
4h 14m
£88–343
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to London Eustontrain
4h 39m
£62–190

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Distance: 396 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Big Ben, Greater London, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centre hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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