Banbury to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279 miles 449 km · straight line
333.6 miles actual route 536.8 km · driving distance
6h 28min estimated drive time
£51 - £62 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
345° NNW bearing direction

How far is Banbury from Edinburgh?

The distance from Banbury to Edinburgh is 279 miles (449 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located NNW of Banbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333.6 miles, taking about 6h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Banbury 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 Banbury to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 28min £51 - £62 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 46min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 9min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Banbury & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Banbury
52.06°N, 1.34°W
Europe/London
100m 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 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM