How to travel from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton

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Compare train, flight, and bus for Edinburgh to Wolverhampton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €96.

Distance: 236 miles (381 km)

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€96

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€62

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€28

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€118

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5h 0m

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4h 30m

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3h 11m

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1h 11m

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9h 28m

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8h 58m

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5h 32m

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1.1 - 2.3kg

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €34 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton costing on average €62.

A bus is €68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton costing on average €96.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 11m.

Other travel options to Wolverhampton take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 0m.

Bus takes on average 9h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Wolverhampton including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 2m faster (4h 30m by train vs 5h 32m by car) and roughly €22 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€96 vs €118). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Avanti West CoastW33385
    6:52 PM3h48
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    10:40 PMWolverhampton station (WVH)
    401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Avanti West CoastW33385
    6:52 PM3h48
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    10:40 PMWolverhampton station (WVH)
    401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU2331
    7:10 AM1h15
    Edinburgh Airport
    8:25 AMBirmingham International Airport
    431One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Avanti West CoastW33771+BusBus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central+ScotrailC14761
    1:45 PM5h56
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    7:41 PMWolverhampton station (WVH)
    431One-way
    2 transfers
  • Avanti West CoastW33629+ScotrailC14781+BusBus from Glasgow Queen Street to Glasgow Central
    5:15 PM5h08
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    10:23 PMWolverhampton station (WVH)
    751One-way
    2 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW84927+Avanti West CoastW33629
    6:11 PM4h12
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    10:23 PMWolverhampton station (WVH)
    821One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA1467 · BA1370
    6:00 AM11h20
    Edinburgh Airport
    5:20 PMManchester Airport
    2261One-way
    1 transfer
  • Emerald Airlines IrelandBA8875 · BA8906
    2:05 PM5h20
    Edinburgh Airport
    7:25 PMManchester Airport
    2681One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA1437 · BA1380
    6:25 PM4h15
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:40 PMManchester Airport
    2781One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton

Travel to Wolverhampton 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 Edinburgh to Wolverhampton.

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There are 3 options to travel between Edinburgh and Wolverhampton including taking a train, flight, and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €34 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton costing on average €62.

A bus is €92 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton costing on average €120.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 11m.

Other travel options to Wolverhampton take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 47m.

Bus takes on average 9h 28m.

The distance from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton is approximately 236 miles (381 km).
The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton:
  • Flights mostly depart from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arrive in Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
  • Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Wolverhampton station (WVH).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Wolverhampton by bus.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express to go to Wolverhampton by train.
  • Travel with easyJet to go to Wolverhampton by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Avanti West Coast.
  • 3 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh to Wolverhampton often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Euston (EUS), Birmingham, Manchester, Birmingham New Street (BHM). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Wolverhampton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Wolverhampton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Wolverhampton, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Visit the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre for performances, explore West Park for leisurely walks, or discover the industrial heritage at the Black Country Living Museum. Sports enthusiasts can tour Molineux Stadium, home of Wolverhampton Wanderers FC. Art lovers can explore the Bilston Craft Gallery and Wolverhampton Art Gallery. Historical sites include Wightwick Manor and Gardens, Bantock House Museum, Moseley Old Hall, and the medieval St. Peter's Collegiate Church.
For a fulfilling visit to Wolverhampton, consider spending 2 to 3 days to explore its key attractions such as the Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Park, and Bantock House Museum.
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