How to get from
Bristol to Edinburgh
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Compare prices to get from Bristol to Edinburgh
€24|1h 15m
€46|5h 36m
€39|11h 26m
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€51
€51
€54
€80
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€46
€25
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€37
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€52
easyJet1h 20m
Bristol Intl. AirportEdinburgh Airport
€51One way
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easyJet1h 15m
Bristol Intl. AirportEdinburgh Airport
€55One way
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Ryanair15h 30m
Bristol Intl. AirportEdinburgh Airport
€121One way
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Aer Lingus7h 10m
Bristol Intl. AirportEdinburgh Airport
€135One way
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- Prices shown from Bristol 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 Bristol to Edinburgh
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Edinburgh costs only €38 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 1h 16m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
€41
Average duration
1h 16m
Departure time
07:00 - 21:45
Direct options
Trains
Average price
€67
Average duration
8h 47m
Departure time
18:00 - 16:07
Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
€38
Average duration
13h 10m
Departure time
04:30 - 08:44
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 Bristol to Edinburgh?
Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Bristol to Edinburgh?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Bristol to Edinburgh is January, with an average price of €51; while the month with the highest flight price is usually August, with an average price of up to €100.
€100
€76
€51
€27
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Bristol to Edinburgh?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Bristol to Edinburgh is Monday, with an average price of €67.
€67
What is the cheapest day to travel from Bristol to Edinburgh by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Bristol to Edinburgh is Monday, with an average price of €38.
€38
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Bristol to Edinburgh travel tips
Find departure & arrival points near Bristol and Edinburgh
Popular airports near Bristol
Bristol Intl. Airport (BRS)
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Nearby
Popular airports near Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Dundee Airport (DND)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Bristol
Bristol Temple Meads
Montpelier
Bedminster
Lawrence Hill
Redland
Popular train stations near Edinburgh
Edinburgh (Waverley)
Haymarket
Slateford
Brunstane
Kingsknowe
Popular bus stations near Bristol
Bristol Bond Street
Bristol Cabot Circus S4
Bristol Bond St
Bristol Bus Station
Bristol Colston Hall
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 Bristol to Edinburgh: FAQs
How far is it from Bristol to Edinburgh?
It’s about 510 km (317 mi) from Bristol to Edinburgh.How do I get from Bristol to Edinburgh?
You can travel from Bristol to Edinburgh in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Bristol to Edinburgh?
The fastest way to get from Bristol to Edinburgh is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 16 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 8h 47m.Buses takes on average 13h 10m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Bristol to Edinburgh?
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Edinburgh is by Buses, with an average price of €38. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Flights costs around €41 on avergae.Trains costs around €67 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Bristol and Edinburgh?
For trips between Bristol and Edinburgh, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Bristol Intl. Airport and arrive at Edinburgh Airport; Trains depart from Bristol Temple Meads and arrive at Edinburgh (Waverley); Buses depart from Bristol Bond Street and arrive at Edinburgh Waverley Bus Station.How far in advance should I book tickets from Bristol 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 Bristol to Edinburgh are typically cheapest January, with an average fare of €51. Flights from Bristol to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €67. Flights from Bristol to Edinburgh are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €38Are Bristol and Edinburgh in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Bristol and Edinburgh.