What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is to fly which costs £50 - £130 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs £50 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Edinburgh is 365 miles. The road distance is 405.2 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £140 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh train from?

Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £140 - £220 and takes 5h 15m, you could also bus, which costs £50 - £190 and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh is 405 miles. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh?

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Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
1h 59m
£53–128
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LGW - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2h 49m
£48–159
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 15m
£145–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to London Victoriabus 209 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukxn10 / ...
9h 42m
£51–183
Drive 402.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Edinburghcar 402.9 mi
7h 52m
£98–142
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3h 40m
£111–349
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4h 16m
£97–305
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
7h 56m
£235–370

Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 363.1 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

easyJet and Ryanair fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Waverley via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 15m.

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