Brighton, United Kingdom to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

376.1 miles 605.2 km · straight line
458.2 miles actual route 737.4 km · driving distance
8h 47min estimated drive time
£69 - £86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
342° NNW bearing direction

How far is Brighton, United Kingdom from Edinburgh?

The distance from Brighton, United Kingdom to Edinburgh is 376.1 miles (605.2 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located NNW of Brighton, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 458.2 miles, taking about 8h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. 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. 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 Brighton, United Kingdom 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 Brighton, United Kingdom to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 47min £69 - £86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 32min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 21min $55–$160* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brighton, United Kingdom & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Brighton, United Kingdom
50.82°N, 0.14°W
Europe/London
0m 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 125 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM