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

327.2 miles 526.6 km · straight line
395.9 miles actual route 637.2 km · driving distance
7h 32min estimated drive time
£60 - £74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Chelmsford, United Kingdom from Edinburgh?

The distance from Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Edinburgh is 327.2 miles (526.6 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located NNW of Chelmsford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 395.9 miles, taking about 7h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. 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 Chelmsford, 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 Chelmsford, United Kingdom to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 32min £60 - £74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 2min $32–$59* Budget
Train ~7h 9min $48–$139* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chelmsford, United Kingdom & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Chelmsford, United Kingdom
51.74°N, 0.47°E
Europe/London
33m 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 109 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 76.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM