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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 6m and costs £45 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick 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 14m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Edinburgh?

The distance between Gatwick and Edinburgh is 365 miles. The road distance is 401.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £140 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Edinburgh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Gatwick to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 6m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £140 - £200 and takes 5h 14m, you could also bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Gatwick to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gatwick to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gatwick to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Edinburgh is 402 miles. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Gatwick to Edinburgh.

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

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Gatwick 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
2h 6m
£46–126
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 58m
£41–144
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 14m
£147–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to London Victoriabus 823 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn13 / ...
10h 5m
£44–107
Drive 399.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Edinburghcar 399.2 mi
7h 52m
£99–143
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4h 11m
£75–247
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
4h
£105–319
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Sheffield Interchange - City Centrebus Uk905 / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
11h 7m
£135–216

Gatwick to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 363.1 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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

easyJet and Ryanair fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Waverley via London St Pancras International and King's Cross in around 5h 14m.

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