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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Birmingham Nec to Edinburgh

Composite routes from Birmingham Nec to Edinburgh

Cheapest
5 h 9 min
Car
474 km.
from $26
Other
2 h 53 min
Bus, Plane
400 km.
from $93.02
6 h 34 min
400 km.
from $179.96

Transport providers

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$202.52
Plane from Birmingham Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.23–$227.84

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham International to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$164.55–$392.39
Train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$189.87–$430.36

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Birmingham Airport to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.29–$88.60

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$202.52–$696.18
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
customer.relations@scotrail.co.uk
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$88.60–$113.92

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$58.23–$139.24

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.77–$63.29

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh is to fly which costs $30.43 - $130.43 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $30.43 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham NEC and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Airport and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham NEC and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham International and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh?

The distance between Birmingham NEC and Edinburgh is 416 km. The road distance is 474.7 km.

How do I travel from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $141.30 - $336.96 .

How long does it take to get from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh bus from?

Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh train from?

Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham International station.

Train, bus or fly from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $30.43 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $141.30 - $336.96 and takes 4h 53m, you could also bus, which costs $54.35 - $76.09 and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh train arrive?

Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh is 475 km. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh?

Book your Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh?

Book your Birmingham NEC to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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