What is the cheapest way to get from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to bus which costs £45 - £75 and takes 8h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs £65 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, there are services departing from Warwick Avenue and arriving at Terminal via Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Waverley Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, there are services departing from King's Cross and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The distance between Paddington and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 348 miles. The road distance is 379.3 miles.

How do I travel from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car?

The best way to get from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car is to train via Edinburgh Waverley which takes 5h 19m and costs £130 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus from?

Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train from?

Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from King's Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The best way to get from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs £65 - £270. Alternatively, you can train via Edinburgh Waverley, which costs £130 - £200 and takes 5h 19m, you could also bus, which costs £45 - £75 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus arrive?

Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train arrive?

Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 379 miles. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

There are 2997+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Can I share a ride from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Paddington and Edinburgh Airport (EDI). 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 Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by plane, bus, train, subway, rideshare, 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 29m
£65–262
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukxn10 / ...
8h 54m
£45–75
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, bus
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Terminalbus
4h 27m
£93–362
Train via Edinburgh Waverley
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 19m
£135–195
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Custom Housetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
2h 46m
£88–292
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
3h 16m
£56–168
Subway to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the subway from Paddington to Liverpool Street stationsubway
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3h 30m
£47–147
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
3h 11m
£46–160
Train
1. Take the train from King's Cross to Haymarkettrain
6h 17m
£82–148
Train #2
1. Take the train from London Euston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh
7h 30m
£135–245
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Paddington to Edinburgh-EDIrideshare 377.1 mi
6h 56m
Drive 377.1 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)car 377.1 mi
6h 56m
£91–132

Paddington to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by bus and train

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Distance: 346 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Paddington, England and Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 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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