Aberdare to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

293.1 miles 471.7 km · straight line
391.5 miles actual route 630 km · driving distance
7h 39min estimated drive time
£59 - £73 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
2° N bearing direction

How far is Aberdare from Edinburgh?

The distance from Aberdare to Edinburgh is 293.1 miles (471.7 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located N of Aberdare. By car, the driving distance is approximately 391.5 miles, taking about 7h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aberdare and Edinburgh. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Aberdare to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 39min £59 - £73 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 11min $31–$59* Budget
Train ~7h 16min $47–$137* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Aberdare & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Aberdare
51.71°N, 3.45°W
Europe/London
135m elevation
Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM