What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh is to bus and fly which costs £40 - £150 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 1m and costs £70 - £250.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 3 station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 3 and Edinburgh is 341 miles. The road distance is 382.2 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh without a car is to train via King's Cross St. Pancras station which takes 5h 31m and costs £140 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh train from?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 2h 1m and costs £70 - £250. Alternatively, you can train via King's Cross St. Pancras station, which costs £140 - £240 and takes 5h 31m, you could also bus, which costs £40 - £190 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh is 382 miles. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh?

Book your Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
2h 1m
£70–245
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10
10h 5m
£40–190
Train via King's Cross St. Pancras station
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 31m
£143–231
Drive 380 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburghcar 380 mi
6h 49m
£94–135
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2h 54m
£70–311
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Custom Housetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3h 51m
£104–354
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
3h 56m
£41–147
Train
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh
7h 41m
£133–233

Heathrow Terminal 3 to Edinburgh by foot, subway, and train

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Distance: 339 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 3, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

British Airways flies from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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