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

350.6 miles 564.3 km · straight line
426 miles actual route 685.6 km · driving distance
8h 6min estimated drive time
£65 - £80 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
336° NNW bearing direction

How far is Chatham, United Kingdom from Edinburgh?

The distance from Chatham, United Kingdom to Edinburgh is 350.6 miles (564.3 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located NNW of Chatham, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 426 miles, taking about 8h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. 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 Chatham, 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 Chatham, United Kingdom to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 6min £65 - £80 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 43min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 42min $51–$149* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chatham, United Kingdom & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Chatham, United Kingdom
51.38°N, 0.53°E
Europe/London
21m 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 117 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 71 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM