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What is the best way to travel from Bournemouth to Edinburgh?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights for the journey to Edinburgh from Bournemouth. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
12h 35m
£36
£47
3
Train
7h 28m
£125
£163
3
Flight
1h 20m
£16
£128
5

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Bournemouth?

You can get to Edinburgh with just £16 by taking a Flight from Ryanair, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £37
tomorrow
from £37
Friday
from £17
Saturday
from £21
Sunday
from £41
Monday
from £16
Tuesday
from £41

    Cheapest Buses today

  • National Express
    14h 10m
    0
    04:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    13h 5m
    0
    18:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    13h 30m
    0
    17:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £68
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • South Western Railway
    7h 58m
    0
    05:12
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £172
  • South Western Railway
    7h 28m
    0
    05:53
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:21
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £182
  • South Western Railway
    7h 53m
    0
    05:12
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:05
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £248
  • Cheapest Flights today

  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    19:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    21:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £189
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    17:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £196
  • Loganair
    1h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £349

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    14h 10m
    0
    04:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37
  • National Express
    13h 5m
    0
    18:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • National Express
    13h 30m
    0
    17:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £68

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    20:45
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    22:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £17
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    19:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    21:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £119
  • Loganair
    1h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    17:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    14h 40m
    0
    04:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    19:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36
  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • South Western Railway
    7h 58m
    0
    05:12
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £125
  • South Western Railway
    7h 53m
    0
    05:12
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:05
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £125
  • South Western Railway
    7h 28m
    0
    05:53
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:21
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £125

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    1h 25m
    0
    18:20
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £21
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    09:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    11:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £102
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    04:50
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    04:50
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    1h 25m
    0
    21:40
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    23:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £16
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    19:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    21:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £105
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    17:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £119
  • Loganair
    1h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £132
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    14h 25m
    0
    04:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    13h 5m
    0
    18:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    14h 10m
    0
    04:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
  • National Express
    13h 30m
    0
    17:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £72

What are the fastest trips from Bournemouth to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Bournemouth in just 1h 20m with a Flight from Loganair. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 1h 20m
tomorrow
from 13h 5m
Friday
from 1h 20m
Saturday
from 1h 25m
Sunday
from 12h 35m
Monday
from 1h 20m
Tuesday
from 13h 5m

    Fastest Flights today

  • Loganair
    1h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £349
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    19:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    21:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £189
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    17:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £196
  • Fastest Trains today

  • South Western Railway
    7h 28m
    0
    05:53
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:21
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £182
  • South Western Railway
    7h 53m
    0
    05:12
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:05
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £248
  • South Western Railway
    7h 58m
    0
    05:12
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £172
  • Fastest Buses today

  • National Express
    13h 5m
    0
    18:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    13h 30m
    0
    17:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £68
  • National Express
    14h 10m
    0
    04:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • National Express
    13h 5m
    0
    18:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • National Express
    13h 30m
    0
    17:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £68
  • National Express
    14h 10m
    0
    04:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £37

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    1h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151
  • R Airlines
    1h 25m
    0
    20:45
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    22:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £17
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    19:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    21:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £119
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    17:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • South Western Railway
    7h 28m
    0
    05:53
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:21
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £125
  • South Western Railway
    7h 53m
    0
    05:12
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:05
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £125
  • South Western Railway
    7h 58m
    0
    05:12
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    13:10
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    South Western Railway
    Economy
    from £125
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
  • National Express
    14h 40m
    0
    04:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    19:10
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £36

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    1h 25m
    0
    18:20
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £21
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    09:45
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    11:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £102
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    04:50
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    14h 5m
    0
    04:50
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Loganair
    1h 20m
    0
    08:40
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    10:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £132
  • Ryanair
    1h 25m
    0
    21:40
    Bournemouth Airport
    Bournemouth Airport
    23:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £16
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    19:55
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    21:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £105
  • Loganair
    1h 25m
    0
    16:30
    Southampton Airport
    Southampton Airport
    17:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £119
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    12h 35m
    0
    18:15
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44
  • National Express
    14h 25m
    0
    04:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £44

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    13h 5m
    0
    18:30
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    07:35
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £41
  • National Express
    13h 30m
    0
    17:20
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    06:50
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £72
  • National Express
    14h 10m
    0
    04:45
    Bournemouth
    Train Station
    18:55
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £48
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bournemouth to Edinburgh

What are the most popular stations in Bournemouth and Edinburgh?

In Bournemouth, you will usually depart from Westbourne, Square or Station (Stand K) Bus Stop, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Park Central, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Bournemouth? With 5 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bournemouth and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as £16 with a Flight from Ryanair.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Loganair: you will get to Edinburgh in just 1h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bournemouth and Edinburgh are National Express, Loganair and South Western Railway, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bournemouth and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Bournemouth or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Bournemouth Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bournemouth to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Bournemouth and Edinburgh, are National Express, Loganair and South Western Railway. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: South Western Railway

Airlines: Loganair, Ryanair and R Airlines

All you need to know when you travel from Bournemouth to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bournemouth to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bournemouth to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Bournemouth?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Bournemouth.

How far is Edinburgh from Bournemouth?

The distance between Bournemouth and Edinburgh is 588.4 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bournemouth and Edinburgh?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 16 kgs of CO2, a train 21 kgs, a car 100 kgs, and a flight 145 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bournemouth to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh with just £16 by taking a Flight from Ryanair.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Edinburgh?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 1h 20m with a Flight from Loganair.

More routes to Bournemouth and to Edinburgh

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bournemouth and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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