How to travel from Bournemouth to Edinburgh

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bournemouth to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, while a train costs an average of €117.

Distance: 365 miles (588 km)

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€67

Average price

Cheapest

€117

Average price

€68

Average price

12h 47m

Average total duration

12h 17m

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30m

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7h 32m

Average total duration

7h 2m

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30m

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3h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 25m

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2h 0m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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National Express

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London North Eastern Railway

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Ryanair

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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from Bournemouth to Edinburgh

How to get from Bournemouth to Edinburgh by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bournemouth to Edinburgh is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:45 PM14h40
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    6:25 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    731One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:45 PM14h40
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    6:25 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    731One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • CrossCountryG00862+TubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross+London North Eastern RailwayG80233+Great Western RailwayC42148
    9:45 AM6h54
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    4:39 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    1541One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • South Western RailwayL80197+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+LumoG25706
    9:17 AM7h15
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    4:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    1021One-way
    2 transfers
  • LumoG25705+South Western RailwayL80187+TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross
    7:17 AM7h21
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    2:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    1101One-way
    2 transfers
  • TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Kings Cross+London North Eastern RailwayG80227+South Western RailwayL80191
    8:17 AM7h21
    Bournemouth station (BMH)
    3:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    1371One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNX035 · NX591
    4:40 AM13h55
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    6:35 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    741One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:20 AM15h30
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    8:50 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    791One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:45 PM18h24
    Bournemouth, Coach Station
    10:09 AMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
    841One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bournemouth to Edinburgh

Travel to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bournemouth to Edinburgh.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bournemouth and Edinburgh including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bournemouth to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of €67.

This is compared to other travel options from Bournemouth to Edinburgh:

A bus is €0.36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bournemouth to Edinburgh costing on average €68.

A bus is €50 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bournemouth to Edinburgh costing on average €117.

The fastest way to travel from Bournemouth to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 32m.

Bus takes on average 12h 47m.

The distance from Bournemouth to Edinburgh is approximately 365 miles (588 km).
The average frequency per day from Bournemouth to Edinburgh is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 1 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bournemouth and Edinburgh as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bournemouth to Edinburgh:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bournemouth Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bournemouth station (BMH) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bournemouth, Coach Station and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bournemouth to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair to go to Edinburgh by flight.
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Lumo, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country to go to Edinburgh by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Edinburgh by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Bournemouth to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Inverness, Manchester, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Edinburgh and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Edinburgh to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Edinburgh, visitors can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket, enjoy a ghost tour of the haunted streets, attend shows at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden. Discover hidden gems at the Stockbridge Market. Key sights include Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, The Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and The National Museum of Scotland.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Edinburgh allows you to explore its historic sites, such as Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, enjoy cultural attractions, and immerse yourself in the local atmosphere.
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