Cotswolds to Edinburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

290.4 miles 467.3 km · straight line
346.2 miles actual route 557.2 km · driving distance
6h 53min estimated drive time
£53 - £65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
349° N bearing direction

How far is Cotswolds from Edinburgh?

The distance from Cotswolds to Edinburgh is 290.4 miles (467.3 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located N of Cotswolds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 346.2 miles, taking about 6h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cotswolds 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 Cotswolds to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 53min £53 - £65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 16min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 32min $42–$121* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

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

Suggested Stops Between Cotswolds & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Cotswolds
51.83°N, 1.78°W
Europe/London
200m 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 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM