Compare 2 ways to go from Plymouth to Edinburgh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 8 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Plymouth - Edinburgh
What is the travel distance from Plymouth to Edinburgh?
It's about 625 km (388 miles) from Plymouth to Edinburgh.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Plymouth to Edinburgh?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Plymouth Coach Station, in Plymouth, and end it at Bus Station, in Edinburgh.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plymouth to Edinburgh, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$58 to US$149 for a bus ticket from Plymouth to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$58 which is on 2025-08-13.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Plymouth to Edinburgh.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Plymouth to Edinburgh, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Plymouth to Edinburgh.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Plymouth to Edinburgh, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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