How to get from
Birmingham to Edinburgh
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Compare prices to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh
€35|4h 11m
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€25|8h 40m
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- Prices shown from Birmingham to Edinburgh are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Birmingham to Edinburgh
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh costs only €20 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 19m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price
€43
Average duration
5h 9m
Departure time
10:03 - 22:21
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Flights
Fastest
Average price
€34
Average duration
3h 19m
Departure time
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Buses
Cheapest
Average price
€20
Average duration
10h 27m
Departure time
10:55 - 10:25
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Birmingham to Edinburgh is Thursday, with an average price of €37.
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€47
€37
€27
What is the cheapest month to book a one-way flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
For a one-way flight from Birmingham to Edinburgh, fares are lowest in December (€41) and highest in October (€65).
€65
€53
€41
€29
What is the cheapest day to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh is Tuesday, with an average price of €20.
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From Birmingham to Edinburgh: Travel Information
Find stations and airports near Birmingham and Edinburgh
Popular train stations near Birmingham
Birmingham New Street
Birmingham Moor Street
Birmingham Snow Hill
Curzon Street Station
Five Ways
Popular train stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Haymarket
Slateford
Brunstane
Kingsknowe
Popular airports near Birmingham
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Coventry airport (CVT)
Nearby
Popular airports near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Dundee Airport (DND)
Nearby
Popular bus stations near Birmingham
Birmingham Bull Street
Birmingham The Priory Queensway
Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway
Inactive Birmingham
Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop
Popular bus stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station
Edinburgh North Bridge
Edinburgh Waverly Bridge Stop WA
Edinburgh Waterloo Place
Edinburgh Leith Street Stop JA
FAQ – How to Get from Birmingham to Edinburgh
How far is it from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
It’s about 403km (250 mi) from Birmingham to Edinburgh.How do I travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
There are 3 different ways to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh, including Flights, Trains, Buses.What is the fastest way to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 19 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 9m.Buses takes on average 10h 27m.What is the cheapest way to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh is by Buses, with an average price of €20. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around €34 on avergae.Trains costs around €43 on avergae.Where do trips from Birmingham to Edinburgh usually depart and arrive?
For trips between Birmingham and Edinburgh, visitors typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Birmingham Airport and arrive at Edinburgh Airport; Trains depart from Birmingham New Street and arrive at Edinburgh (Waverley); Buses depart from Birmingham Bull Street and arrive at Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station.When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh are typically cheapest December, with an average fare of €41. Flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Thursday, with an average fare of €37. Flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of €20Is there a time difference between Birmingham and Edinburgh?
The time difference between Birmingham and Edinburgh is 0m.