What is the best way to travel from Canterbury to Edinburgh?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Flights for the journey to Edinburgh from Canterbury. 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!
What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Canterbury?
You can get to Edinburgh with just $40 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/3/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/3/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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National Express14h 5m04:45 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/3/2025 4:45:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/4/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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National Express12h 50m06:50 PMCanterburyBus Station7:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/3/2025 6:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/4/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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National Express15h 0m05:30 AMCanterburyBus Station8:30 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/3/2025 5:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/3/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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National Express13h 0m05:50 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 5:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/6/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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Southeastern6h 55m09:47 AMCanterburyEast Station4:42 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from East Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 9:47:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 4:42:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $127 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
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Southeastern6h 47m010:23 AMCanterburyWest Station5:10 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 10:23:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $131 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 47m
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Southeastern6h 3m010:23 AMCanterburyWest Station4:26 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 10:23:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 4:26:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $144 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 3m
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Southeastern6h 49m08:23 AMCanterburyWest Station3:12 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 8:23:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 3:12:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $152 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 49m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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National Express13h 0m05:50 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/6/2025 5:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/7/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/6/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/6/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/8/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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National Express12h 50m06:50 PMCanterburyBus Station7:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 6:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/9/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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National Express15h 0m05:30 AMCanterburyBus Station8:30 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 5:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/8/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
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National Express14h 5m04:45 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 4:45:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/9/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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Southeastern6h 0m05:20 AMCanterburyWest Station11:20 AMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 5:20:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/8/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $326 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Southeastern7h 50m05:20 AMCanterburyWest Station1:10 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 5:20:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/8/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $326 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/9/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/9/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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National Express14h 5m04:45 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/9/2025 4:45:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/10/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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National Express12h 50m06:50 PMCanterburyBus Station7:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/9/2025 6:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/10/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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National Express15h 0m05:30 AMCanterburyBus Station8:30 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/9/2025 5:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/9/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Canterbury to Edinburgh?
You can get to Edinburgh from Canterbury in just 6h 0m with a Train from Southeastern. 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.
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National Express12h 50m06:50 PMCanterburyBus Station7:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/3/2025 6:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/4/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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National Express14h 5m04:45 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/3/2025 4:45:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/4/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/3/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/3/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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National Express15h 0m05:30 AMCanterburyBus Station8:30 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/3/2025 5:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/3/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Southeastern6h 3m010:23 AMCanterburyWest Station4:26 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 10:23:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 4:26:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $144 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 3m
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Southeastern6h 3m09:23 AMCanterburyWest Station3:26 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 9:23:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 3:26:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $152 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 3m
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Southeastern6h 47m010:23 AMCanterburyWest Station5:10 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 10:23:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 5:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $131 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 47m
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Southeastern6h 49m08:23 AMCanterburyWest Station3:12 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 8:23:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 3:12:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $152 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 49m
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National Express13h 0m05:50 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 5:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/6/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/5/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
Fastest Trains Saturday
Fastest Buses Saturday
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National Express13h 0m05:50 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/6/2025 5:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/7/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/6/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/6/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Southeastern6h 0m05:20 AMCanterburyWest Station11:20 AMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 5:20:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/8/2025 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $326 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
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Southeastern7h 50m05:20 AMCanterburyWest Station1:10 PMEdinburghWaverley Station0EconomyA Train from Southeastern goes from West Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 5:20:00 AM to Waverley Station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/8/2025 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $326 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 50m
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National Express12h 50m06:50 PMCanterburyBus Station7:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 6:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/9/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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National Express14h 5m04:45 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 4:45:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/9/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/8/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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National Express15h 0m05:30 AMCanterburyBus Station8:30 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/8/2025 5:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/8/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $52 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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National Express12h 50m06:50 PMCanterburyBus Station7:40 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/9/2025 6:50:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/10/2025 7:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
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National Express14h 5m04:45 PMCanterburyBus Station6:50 AMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/9/2025 4:45:00 PM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/10/2025 6:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 5m
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National Express14h 35m04:20 AMCanterburyBus Station6:55 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/9/2025 4:20:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/9/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 35m
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National Express15h 0m05:30 AMCanterburyBus Station8:30 PMEdinburghCentral bus station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Bus Station, Canterbury (United Kingdom) at 7/9/2025 5:30:00 AM to Central bus station, Edinburgh (United Kingdom) arriving at 7/9/2025 8:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $54 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Canterbury to Edinburgh
What are the most popular stations in Canterbury and Edinburgh?
In Canterbury, you will usually depart from East Station, Park and Ride or Chilham Train Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at St Andrew's House Station, Waverley Station or Haymarket Station, 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 Canterbury? With 4 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 Canterbury and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as $40 with a Bus from National Express.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 Train from Southeastern: you will get to Edinburgh in just 6h 0m.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 Canterbury and Edinburgh are National Express and Southeastern, 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 Canterbury 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 Blean or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Lydd 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 Canterbury to Edinburgh?
The most popular companies between Canterbury and Edinburgh, are National Express and Southeastern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: Southeastern
All you need to know when you travel from Canterbury to Edinburgh
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Edinburgh
How can I reach Edinburgh from Canterbury?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus, Train and Flight, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Canterbury.
How far is Edinburgh from Canterbury?
The distance between Canterbury and Edinburgh is 367.2 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Canterbury 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 Canterbury to Edinburgh?
You can get to Edinburgh with just $40 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury 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 6h 0m with a Train from Southeastern.
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