How to travel from Horley to Edinburgh

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Compare bus and train for Horley to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Horley to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. 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 €66, while a flight costs an average of €274.

Distance: 352 miles (568 km)

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€274

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€167

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€66

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€121

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3h 43m

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1h 43m

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6h 28m

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5h 58m

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30m

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12h 13m

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11h 43m

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7h 38m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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Avanti West Coast

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Compare ways to travel from Horley to Edinburgh

Compare the available ways to get from Horley to Edinburgh, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of €66.

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

A bus is €102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Edinburgh costing on average €167.

A bus is €209 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Horley to Edinburgh costing on average €274.

The fastest way to travel from Horley to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 43m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 28m.

Bus takes on average 12h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Horley and Edinburgh including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Horley to Edinburgh among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 55m sooner (1h 43m by flight vs 7h 38m by car). Tickets start at around €274 compared to roughly €121 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Horley to Edinburgh

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

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

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  • National Express
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  • National Express
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FAQs: Travel from Horley to Edinburgh

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There are 2 options to travel between Horley and Edinburgh including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Horley to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of €66.

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

A bus is €102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Horley to Edinburgh costing on average €167.

A bus is €209 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Horley to Edinburgh costing on average €274.

The fastest way to travel from Horley to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 43m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 28m.

Bus takes on average 12h 13m.

The distance from Horley to Edinburgh is approximately 352 miles (568 km).
The average frequency per day from Horley to Edinburgh is:
  • Around 33 buses per day.
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Horley to Edinburgh:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Gatwick Airport (GTW) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Gatwick Airport Terminal South and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Horley to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways, easyJet, BA Cityflyer, Lufthansa, Edelweiss Air, Loganair, Ryanair to go to Edinburgh by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Edinburgh by bus.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo to go to Edinburgh by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Horley to Edinburgh:
  • 15 direct flights per day with British Airways, easyJet, BA Cityflyer, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Horley to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Paris, Inverness, Manchester. 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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