Amsterdam, Netherlands to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

410.1 miles 660 km · straight line
727.8 miles actual route 1171.3 km · driving distance
13h 39min estimated drive time
€148 - €183 estimated fuel cost
~1h 20min flight time
310° NW bearing direction

How far is Amsterdam, Netherlands from Edinburgh?

The distance from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Edinburgh is 410.1 miles (660 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located NW of Amsterdam, Netherlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 727.8 miles, taking about 13h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Amsterdam, Netherlands is in Netherlands, while Edinburgh is in United Kingdom.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amsterdam, Netherlands 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 Amsterdam, Netherlands to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 39min €148 - €183 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 23min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~12h 58min $87–$255* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amsterdam, Netherlands & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Amsterdam, Netherlands
52.37°N, 4.90°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m 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 137 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 60.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM