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National Museum of Scotland
Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
Flights from Newbury to Edinburgh depart on average 36 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 29 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:50, the last at 22:35. The fastest flight covers the 323 miles (521 km) distance in 1h 15m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 323 miles (521 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Flights per day 36 |
Direct flights 29 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 5:50 AM |
Last flight 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newbury to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $139.
Distance: 323 miles (521 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $152 Average price | $73 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newbury to Edinburgh:
A flight is $15 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Newbury to Edinburgh costing on average $73 (€60).
A flight is $93 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newbury to Edinburgh costing on average $152 (€123).
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 16m.
Bus takes on average 11h 0m.
The table below shows live departures for Newbury to Edinburgh flights for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BA8700 | 7:00 AM London City Airport | 1h15 | 8:15 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1438 | 7:35 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 9:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8752+ BA8874 | 7:45 AM London City Airport | 5h50 | 1:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
RK 596 | 8:00 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 9:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2308 | 8:05 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 9:25 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2808 | 8:10 AM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 9:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8702 | 8:40 AM London City Airport | 1h20 | 10:00 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2302 | 8:50 AM London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 10:10 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1440 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 10:20 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8874 · BA8977 | 8:55 AM Southampton Airport | 4h40 | 1:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
LM0322 | 8:55 AM Southampton Airport | 1h45 | 10:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA4102 | 8:55 AM Southampton Airport | 1h45 | 10:40 AM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8977 · BA8984 | 8:55 AM Southampton Airport | 7h25 | 4:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1396+ BA8874 | 9:05 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h30 | 1:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1446 | 11:10 AM London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 12:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8704 | 11:25 AM London City Airport | 1h20 | 12:45 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2312 | 11:50 AM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 1:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8756+ BA8984 | 12:25 PM London City Airport | 3h55 | 4:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8888 · BA8975 | 12:35 PM Southampton Airport | 6h50 | 7:25 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA8984 · BA8975 | 12:35 PM Southampton Airport | 3h45 | 4:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA1452 | 2:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h25 | 3:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LM0326 | 3:15 PM Southampton Airport | 1h45 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA4106 | 3:15 PM Southampton Airport | 1h45 | 5:00 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RK 1273 | 3:45 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 5:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8706 | 3:50 PM London City Airport | 1h20 | 5:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2810 | 4:05 PM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 5:35 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2601 | 4:25 PM London Luton Airport | 1h20 | 5:45 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1458 | 5:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h30 | 6:45 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2815 | 7:00 PM London Gatwick Airport | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8710 | 7:00 PM London City Airport | 1h20 | 8:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2605 | 7:50 PM London Luton Airport | 1h15 | 9:05 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA8714 | 7:55 PM London City Airport | 1h15 | 9:10 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA4108 | 7:55 PM Southampton Airport | 1h45 | 9:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LM0328 | 7:55 PM Southampton Airport | 1h45 | 9:40 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1464 | 8:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h20 | 9:55 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
U2314 | 9:30 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h15 | 10:45 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA1466 | 9:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 1h15 | 10:50 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
RK 8605 | 10:00 PM London Stansted Airport | 1h20 | 11:20 PM Edinburgh Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Scotland’s flagship museum with collections spanning natural history, science, design, fashion, and Scottish history. A top all-round choice for first-time visitors.
The national art gallery in central Edinburgh, known for European masters and Scottish art. Easy to combine with Princes Street Gardens and the Royal Mile.
A striking red-sandstone gallery dedicated to portraits of people who shaped Scottish history and culture. Popular for both the collection and the architecture.
Edinburgh’s most famous historic street, linking the castle and Holyroodhouse through closes, courtyards, shops, and major heritage sites.
A central public garden below the castle with iconic skyline views, floral displays, and easy access to both Old and New Town sights.
One of the city’s classic viewpoints, known for panoramic views, monuments, and sunrise or sunset photography. Especially popular on social media.
Scotland’s best-known national dish: a savory pudding traditionally made with minced offal, oats, onion, and spices, served with mashed turnips and potatoes.
A rich Scottish soup of smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions, closely associated with the northeast but widely loved in Edinburgh.
A hearty traditional soup made with barley, root vegetables, and usually lamb or mutton, valued as classic Scottish comfort food.
A popular gastropub by Tom Kitchin serving refined Scottish pub classics in a warm, stylish, and relaxed setting.
A long-established local favorite serving traditional Scottish dishes with local ingredients in a comfortable, accessible city-center setting.
One of Scotland’s oldest pubs, offering classic Scottish food and a historic tavern atmosphere slightly outside the city center.
Expensive by UK standards. Hotels peak in summer and festival season, while pubs and casual dining are more manageable.
About 10-12.5% in restaurants if service is not already included. Round up for taxis. Tips are optional in pubs and cafes.
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