Edinburgh to Plymouth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

387.4 miles 623.5 km · straight line
481.3 miles actual route 774.5 km · driving distance
9h 10min estimated drive time
£73 - £90 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
186° S bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Plymouth?

The distance from Edinburgh to Plymouth is 387.4 miles (623.5 km) as the crow flies. Plymouth is located S of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 481.3 miles, taking about 9h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh and Plymouth. 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 Plymouth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 10min £73 - £90 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 0min $39–$72* Budget
Train ~8h 43min $58–$168* Comfort

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

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

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Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m elevation
Plymouth
50.38°N, 4.14°W
Europe/London
50m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 129 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 64.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM