London
Distance from London to Edinburgh
The distance from London to Edinburgh is 403.5 miles (649.4 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 7 hours and 50 minutes.
For the journey from London to Edinburgh, approximately 40.35 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.
Route from London to Edinburgh
The route via Coventry, Stoke-on-Trent, Preston.
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96 mi · 2 h, 8 m
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Coventry
63.9 mi · 1 h, 19 m
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Stoke-on-Trent
64.6 mi · 1 h, 16 m
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Preston
179.5 mi · 3 h, 46 m
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Edinburgh
Airports near London and Edinburgh
Several airports are located near London and Edinburgh. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near London
- London City Airport 8.9 mi 33 m
- London Heathrow Airport 17.2 mi 38 m
- London Gatwick Airport 30.1 mi 1 h, 9 m
Airports near Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Airport 8.9 mi 27 m
- Glasgow Airport 56.9 mi 1 h, 18 m
- Dundee Airport 59.9 mi 1 h, 21 m
Alternative travel by plane from London to Edinburgh
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from London to Edinburgh, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route London → Edinburgh
London
- Starting point: London
- Arrival at the airport: London City Airport
- Distance: 8.9 mi
- Travel time: 33 m
London City Airport
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
Possible flight route
- Start: London City Airport
- Goal: Edinburgh Airport
- As the crow flies: 337.2 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 35 m
Destination airport
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Edinburgh: 8.9 mi
- Travel time: 27 m
Edinburgh
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection London – Edinburgh
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Road route | 403.5 mi | 7 h, 50 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 355 mi | 3 h, 50 m |
When is a flight from London to Edinburgh worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.