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

343.1 miles 552.1 km · straight line
424.7 miles actual route 683.5 km · driving distance
7h 58min estimated drive time
£64 - £79 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
161° SSE bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Guildford, United Kingdom?

The distance from Edinburgh to Guildford, United Kingdom is 343.1 miles (552.1 km) as the crow flies. Guildford, United Kingdom is located SSE of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 424.7 miles, taking about 7h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. 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 Edinburgh and Guildford, United Kingdom. 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 Edinburgh to Guildford, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 58min £64 - £79 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 34min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 34min $51–$149* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Guildford, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Guildford, United Kingdom
51.24°N, 0.57°W
Europe/London
45m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 114 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 72.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM