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Birmingham to Edinburgh
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NZD 42|8h 26m
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Avanti West Coast15:07
5h 17m
20:24
Birmingham New StreetEdinburgh (Waverley)
NZD 90
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Avanti West Coast12:07
4h 11m
16:18
Birmingham New StreetEdinburgh (Waverley)
NZD 277
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Avanti West Coast16:07
4h 17m
20:24
Birmingham New StreetEdinburgh (Waverley)
NZD 123
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CrossCountry06:03
5h 5m
11:08
Birmingham New StreetEdinburgh (Waverley)
NZD 132
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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 flights, trains, and buses from Birmingham to Edinburgh
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh costs only NZD 43 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 3h 7m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Trains
Average price
NZD 80
Average duration
5h 25m
Departure Time
23:09 - 07:36
Direct options
Flights
Fastest
Average price
NZD 76
Average duration
3h 7m
Departure Time
08:10 - 21:10
Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
NZD 43
Average duration
10h 55m
Departure Time
23:00 - 10:25
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· 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 Tuesday, with an average price of NZD 72.
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Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh is March, with an average price of NZD 79; while the month with the highest flight price is usually July, with an average price of up to NZD 121.
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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 NZD 42.
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NZD 54
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Birmingham to Edinburgh travel tips
Find departure & arrival points near Birmingham and Edinburgh
Popular train stations near Birmingham
Birmingham New Street
Queens Road Mtlk
Birmingham Moor Street
Birmingham Snow Hill
Curzon Street Station
Popular train stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Haymarket
Slateford
Brunstane
Kingsknowe
Popular airports near Birmingham
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
East Midlands Airport (EMA)
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
How to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh: FAQs
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How far is it from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
It’s about 403 km (250 mi) from Birmingham to Edinburgh. -
How do I get from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
You can travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses. -
What’s the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 7 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 25m.Buses takes on average 10h 55m. -
What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Birmingham to Edinburgh?
The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Edinburgh is by Buses, with an average price of NZD 43. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around NZD 76 on avergae.Trains costs around NZD 80 on average. -
What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Birmingham and Edinburgh?
For trips between Birmingham and Edinburgh, travelers 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. -
How far in advance should I book tickets from Birmingham to Edinburgh to get the best deal?
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 March, with an average fare of NZD 79. Flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of NZD 72. Flights from Birmingham to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of NZD 42 -
Are Birmingham and Edinburgh in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Birmingham and Edinburgh.