What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £55 - £220 and takes 12h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs £80 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton Airport (SOU) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Airport Terminal and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Library and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton Airport (SOU) and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southampton Airport Parkway and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Southampton Airport (SOU) and Edinburgh is 364 miles. The road distance is 417.7 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh without a car is to train via London which takes 6h and costs £160 - £280.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh bus from?

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Library station.

Where do I catch the Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh train from?

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Airport Parkway station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs £80 - £200. Alternatively, you can train via London, which costs £160 - £280 and takes 6h, you could also bus, which costs £55 - £220 and takes 12h 24m.

Where does the Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh is 418 miles. It takes approximately 7h 19m to drive from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Can I share a ride from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Southampton Airport (SOU) and Edinburgh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 9 ways to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly Southampton Airport to Edinburgh Airport
best
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
1h 59m
£84–196
Fly Southampton Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2h 40m
£52–197
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
4h 20m
£91–297
Train via London
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
6h
£165–275
Bus
1. Take the bus from Library to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukxn10 / ...
12h 24m
£57–212
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Bournemouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 48m
£260–370
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
8h 9m
£197–367
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Southampton-SOU to Edinburghrideshare 415.3 mi
7h 19m
Drive 415.3 mi
1. Drive from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburghcar 415.3 mi
7h 19m
£101–146

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 362 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Southampton Airport (SOU), England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Loganair, Aer Lingus, and Aurigny fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Edinburgh Waverley via London Waterloo, Vauxhall, Vauxhall station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 6h.

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