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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights, Buses, Trains and Carpool for the journey to Edinburgh from Cambridge. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 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
Flight
1h 15m
£23
£65
13
Bus
14h 10m
£27
£35
2
Train
4h 44m
£64
£110
3

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Cambridge?

You can get to Edinburgh with just £23 by taking a Flight from R Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from £36
tomorrow
from £29
Friday
from £40
Saturday
from £42
Sunday
from £46
Monday
from £23
Tuesday
from £28

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • Cheapest Flights today

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    14:30
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    15:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    12:05
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    13:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    17:55
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    19:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £58
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • CrossCountry
    5h 17m
    0
    05:57
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    11:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £99
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    4h 44m
    0
    05:23
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    10:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £200

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    16:15
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    17:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £80
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    12:35
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    13:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £89
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    12:00
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    13:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £91

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    21:45
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £64
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    20:00
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    21:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £84
  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    19:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    20:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £90
  • Cheapest Trains Friday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    4h 44m
    0
    05:23
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    10:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £97
  • CrossCountry
    5h 17m
    0
    05:57
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    11:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £102

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    15:55
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    17:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £62
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    18:30
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63
  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    19:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    20:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £70
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • CrossCountry
    5h 12m
    0
    05:57
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    11:09
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £64
  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    4h 44m
    0
    05:23
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    10:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £99

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    19:35
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    20:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £46
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    16:55
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    18:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £49
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    21:55
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £49

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    20:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    21:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £23
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    21:30
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    22:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £30
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    11:40
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:55
    Edinburgh
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £31
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    19:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    20:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £28
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    20:20
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    21:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £35
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 20m
    0
    08:50
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    10:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £35

What are the fastest trips from Cambridge to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Cambridge in just 1h 15m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. 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 15m
tomorrow
from 1h 15m
Friday
from 1h 15m
Saturday
from 1h 15m
Sunday
from 1h 15m
Monday
from 1h 15m
Tuesday
from 1h 15m

    Fastest Flights today

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    14:30
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    15:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £56
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    17:55
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    19:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £58
  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    20:55
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    22:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £131
  • Fastest Trains today

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    4h 44m
    0
    05:23
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    10:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £200
  • CrossCountry
    5h 17m
    0
    05:57
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    11:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £99
  • Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £36

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    12:00
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    13:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £91
  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    07:50
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    09:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £101
  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    19:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    20:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £160
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    21:45
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £64
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    20:00
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    21:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £84
  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    19:10
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    20:25
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £90
  • Fastest Trains Friday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    4h 44m
    0
    05:23
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    10:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £97
  • CrossCountry
    5h 17m
    0
    05:57
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    11:14
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £102
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    15:55
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    17:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £62
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    18:30
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £63
  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    19:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    20:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £70
  • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    4h 44m
    0
    05:23
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    10:07
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)
    Economy
    from £99
  • CrossCountry
    5h 12m
    0
    05:57
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    11:09
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £64
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    19:35
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    20:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £46
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    21:55
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £49
  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    10:35
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    11:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £53

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    11:40
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    12:55
    Edinburgh
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £31
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    17:55
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    19:10
    Edinburgh
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £33
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    08:45
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    10:00
    Edinburgh
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £35
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    14h 10m
    0
    16:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    14h 25m
    0
    16:00
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • R Airlines
    1h 15m
    0
    19:00
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    20:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £28
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    20:20
    Luton Airport
    Luton Airport
    21:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £35
  • EasyJet Airline
    1h 15m
    0
    21:15
    London Stansted Airport
    London Stansted Airport
    22:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £35
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cambridge to Edinburgh

What are the most popular stations in Cambridge and Edinburgh?

In Cambridge, you will usually depart from Fair Street, Jesus College or Drummer Street, 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 Cambridge? With 8 connections between 3 Flight, Bus, Train and Car 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 Cambridge and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as £23 with a Flight from R Airlines.

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 EasyJet Airline: you will get to Edinburgh in just 1h 15m.

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 Cambridge and Edinburgh are EasyJet Airline, R Airlines and FlixBus, 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 Cambridge 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 Trumpington or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Cambridge and Edinburgh, are EasyJet Airline, R Airlines and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: CrossCountry and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)

Airlines: EasyJet Airline and R Airlines

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Cambridge?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Flight, Bus, Train and Car, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Cambridge.

How far is Edinburgh from Cambridge?

The distance between Cambridge and Edinburgh is 469.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cambridge 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 13 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 80 kgs, and a flight 115 kgs.

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

You can get to Edinburgh with just £23 by taking a Flight from R Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge 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 15m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Cambridge and to Edinburgh

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

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