How to travel from Paris to Edinburgh

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $96 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $96, while a flight costs an average of $471.

Distance: 543 miles (874 km)

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Driving

$471

Average price

$96

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Cheapest

$115

Average price

$134

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 59m

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2h 0m

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7h 23m

Average total duration

6h 53m

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30m

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20h 23m

Average total duration

19h 53m

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30m

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12h 33m

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2.6 - 5.2kg

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CO2 emissions

0.9 - 2.2kg

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British Airways

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London North Eastern Railway

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

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Edinburgh is a train with an average price of $96 (€79).

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

A train is $19 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Edinburgh costing on average $115 (€95).

A train is $375 (€310) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Edinburgh costing on average $471 (€390).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 23m.

Bus takes on average 20h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Edinburgh including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Paris 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 8h 34m sooner (3h 59m by flight vs 12h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $471 (€390) compared to roughly $134 (€111) 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 Paris to Edinburgh

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM21h54
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    10:09 AMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
    $971One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM21h54
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    10:09 AMEdinburgh, Drum Brae South
    $971One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU23244
    9:45 PM1h45
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    10:30 PMEdinburgh Airport
    $1301One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Eurostar9047+LumoG25678
    4:47 PM8h55
    Paris Gare du Nord
    12:42 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $3591One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9043+LumoG25678
    3:59 PM9h43
    Paris Gare du Nord
    12:42 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $3591One-way
    1 transfer
  • Eurostar9039+LumoG25678
    3:01 PM10h41
    Paris Gare du Nord
    12:42 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $3591One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM22h03
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    10:18 AMEdinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB)
    $1211One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM22h09
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    10:24 AMEdinburgh, Princes Street West (Stop PF)
    $1211One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM22h17
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    10:32 AMEdinburgh, St Andrew's House
    $1211One-way
    2 transfers
  • easyJetU23242
    2:20 PM1h50
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    3:10 PMEdinburgh Airport
    $1461One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF1886
    8:10 PM1h45
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    8:55 PMEdinburgh Airport
    $1481One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF1686
    9:45 AM1h55
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    10:40 AMEdinburgh Airport
    $1941One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Paris 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 Paris to Edinburgh.

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There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Edinburgh including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Edinburgh is a train with an average price of $96 (€79).

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

A train is $19 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Edinburgh costing on average $115 (€95).

A train is $375 (€310) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Edinburgh costing on average $471 (€390).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 23m.

Bus takes on average 20h 23m.

The distance from Paris to Edinburgh is approximately 543 miles (874 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Edinburgh is:
  • Around 59 flights per day.
  • Around 31 trains per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris 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 Paris to Edinburgh:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare du Nord and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Eurostar, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper to go to Edinburgh by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Edinburgh by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Qatar Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Malta Air, British Airways, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air, Sas Airways, Transavia France, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, ITA, easyJet to go to Edinburgh by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Paris to Edinburgh:
  • 5 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair, Transavia France, Air France, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Inverness, Manchester, Dublin. 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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