Accrington to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

155.5 miles 250.3 km · straight line
198.1 miles actual route 318.8 km · driving distance
4h 4min estimated drive time
£30 - £37 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Accrington from Edinburgh?

The distance from Accrington to Edinburgh is 155.5 miles (250.3 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located NNW of Accrington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 198.1 miles, taking about 4h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Accrington 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 Accrington to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 4min £30 - £37 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 53min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 52min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Accrington & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Accrington
53.75°N, 2.36°W
Europe/London
148m 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 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 160.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM