Edinburgh to Heathrow by flight + bus

This route from Edinburgh to Heathrow is not by plane the whole way: by flight and bus it takes about 5h 10m in total, run by easyJet, National Express coach, Airport shuttle bus. A cheaper option we found is train + bus, at €64. The flight is still the quickest.

A closer look at the Flight journey

What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.

Observed fare
€113

Checked Oct 26 · Not checked for your date

Total journey
5h 10m
Change
2 transfers
Operator
easyJet, National Express coach, Airport shuttle bus

The journey, step by step

  1. 1
    Edinburgh Airport to London GatwickeasyJet1h 35m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at London Gatwick
  2. 2
    London Gatwick to London HeathrowNational Express coach1h 30m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at London Heathrow
  3. 3
    London Heathrow to HeathrowAirport shuttle bus35m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

Total journey time5h 10m

Flight facts for this route

These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the flight only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.

Good to know
The Flight covers Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick. The rest of the journey is by bus.

Before you travel

Which airports?

The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.

Check-in and security

The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.

Baggage and ticket conditions

Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.

Accessibility

Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.

Other ways to travel

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Ticket prices on this route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.

  • Bus· 9h€33Book
  • Train· 5h 26m€70Book

Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 2

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Edinburgh to Heathrow by plane: common questions

How long does Edinburgh to Heathrow take by plane?

The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus together take about 5h 10m, 2 transfers.

How much is a flight ticket from Edinburgh to Heathrow?

The best price in our latest check was €113. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.

Who runs the flight from Edinburgh to Heathrow?

easyJet, National Express coach, Airport shuttle bus. You buy the ticket directly from them.

Is the flight or the train + bus better?

The train + bus is cheaper at €64. The flight wins on journey time.

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