Bideford to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

343.6 miles 553 km · straight line
465.1 miles actual route 748.5 km · driving distance
8h 57min estimated drive time
£71 - £87 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Bideford from Edinburgh?

The distance from Bideford to Edinburgh is 343.6 miles (553 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located N of Bideford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 465.1 miles, taking about 8h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. 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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bideford 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 Bideford to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 57min £71 - £87 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 44min $37–$70* Budget
Train ~8h 30min $56–$163* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bideford & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Bideford
51.02°N, 4.21°W
Europe/London
42m 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 115 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 72.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM