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Compare 3 ways to travel from Plymouth to Edinburgh

Average priceUS$47 - US$92Average duration21h 45m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average priceUS$392 - US$494Average duration8h 39m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$64 - US$64Average duration8h
26kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Plymouth to Edinburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just US$64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
8hAverage duration
US$64Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Train Plymouth to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$394
Average train trip duration8h 39m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure07:27
Distance387 miles
Latest train departure08:27

Plymouth to Edinburgh Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Plymouth - Edinburgh

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Edinburgh cost?

    The average train ticket price from Plymouth to Edinburgh is US$394. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Plymouth to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Plymouth to Edinburgh?

    A train trip between Plymouth and Edinburgh is around 8h 39m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 39m. This is the time it takes to travel the 388 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Plymouth and Edinburgh?

    The number of trains from Plymouth to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Plymouth to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Plymouth to Edinburgh is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Edinburgh, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Plymouth and Edinburgh, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Plymouth to Edinburgh and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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