What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Luton?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Luton is to drive which costs £110 - £160 and takes 7h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Luton?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Luton is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs £120 - £320.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Luton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Newton Abbot via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Luton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Luton is 385 miles. The road distance is 450.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Luton without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Luton without a car is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs £260 - £380.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Luton?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Edinburgh to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Luton train from?

Edinburgh to Luton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Luton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Luton is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs £120 - £320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £260 - £380 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Luton train arrive?

Edinburgh to Luton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newton Abbot station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Luton is 451 miles. It takes approximately 7h 37m to drive from Edinburgh to Luton.

Where can I stay near Luton?

There are 1510+ hotels available in Luton.

Edinburgh to Luton - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Luton by plane, train, or car

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Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
3h 41m
£124–314
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
6h 8m
£110–247
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 17m
£262–379
Drive 448.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Lutoncar 448.3 mi
7h 37m
£111–160
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
5h 27m
£112–238
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)plane NCL - EXT
4h 32m
£142–339
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Teignmouthtrain
10h 14m
£161–316

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT) flights

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Distance: 382.8 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Luton, Devon, England?

Loganair and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT) 6 times a week. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newton Abbot every 3 hours. Tickets cost £230–340 and the journey takes 8h 5m.

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