Coleraine to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

147.3 miles 237 km · straight line
543.6 miles actual route 874.9 km · driving distance
12h 38min estimated drive time
£82 - £101 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Coleraine from Edinburgh?

The distance from Coleraine to Edinburgh is 147.3 miles (237 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located ENE of Coleraine. By car, the driving distance is approximately 543.6 miles, taking about 12h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Coleraine 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 Coleraine to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 38min £82 - £101 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 10min $43–$82* Budget
Train ~12h 0min $65–$190* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Coleraine & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Coleraine
55.13°N, 6.67°W
Europe/London
5m 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 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 169.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM