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

174.3 miles 280.5 km · straight line
533.1 miles actual route 858 km · driving distance
12h 50min estimated drive time
£81 - £100 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Derry, United Kingdom from Edinburgh?

The distance from Derry, United Kingdom to Edinburgh is 174.3 miles (280.5 km) as the crow flies. Edinburgh is located ENE of Derry, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 533.1 miles, taking about 12h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. 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 Derry, 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 Derry, United Kingdom to Edinburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 50min £81 - £100 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 24min $43–$80* Budget
Train ~12h 12min $64–$187* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Derry, United Kingdom & Edinburgh

Quick Facts

Derry, United Kingdom
55.00°N, 7.31°W
Europe/London
24m 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 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 142.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM