How to get from Swansea to Edinburgh

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What is the best way to travel from Swansea to Edinburgh?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Edinburgh from Swansea. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
18h 55m
£48
£54
2
Flight
1h 15m
£112
£196
5

What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Swansea?

You can reach Edinburgh with just £48 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £151
Friday
from £171
Saturday
Sunday
from £151
Monday
from £48
Tuesday
from £112
Wednesday
from £59

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    14:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    1h 30m
    0
    19:45
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    21:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £171

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    20:45
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    22:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    16:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £249
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 40m
    0
    17:30
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £249
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 45m
    0
    12:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £281

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    19h 5m
    0
    11:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    18h 55m
    0
    11:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    14:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £139

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    14:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £112
  • Aer Lingus
    23h 30m
    0
    12:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    11:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £182
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 45m
    0
    17:25
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £222
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 45m
    0
    12:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £242
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    16:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £249

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    19h 5m
    0
    11:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £59
  • FlixBus
    18h 55m
    0
    11:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £59
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:30
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    17:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151

What are the fastest trips from Swansea to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Swansea in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Loganair. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 1h 35m
Friday
from 1h 30m
Saturday
Sunday
from 1h 35m
Monday
from 1h 35m
Tuesday
from 1h 35m
Wednesday
from 1h 15m

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    14:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    1h 30m
    0
    19:45
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    21:15
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £171

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    20:45
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    22:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 40m
    0
    17:30
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £249
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    16:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £249
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 45m
    0
    12:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £281

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    14:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £139
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    18h 55m
    0
    11:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    19h 5m
    0
    11:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Loganair
    1h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    14:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £112
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 45m
    0
    17:25
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    23:10
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £222
  • KLM Cityhopper
    5h 45m
    0
    10:20
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    16:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £249
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 45m
    0
    12:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    19:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £242
  • Aer Lingus
    23h 30m
    0
    12:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    11:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £182

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Loganair
    1h 15m
    0
    16:30
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    17:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £151
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    18h 55m
    0
    11:30
    Swansea
    University Bay Campus
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £59
  • FlixBus
    19h 5m
    0
    11:20
    Swansea
    City Bus Station
    06:25
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew Square
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £59
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Swansea to Edinburgh

What are the most popular stations in Swansea and Edinburgh?

In Swansea, you will usually depart from Central Station, Llansamlet Train Station or Clarbeston Road Train Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at Waverley Train Station, Haymarket Coach Stop or Princes Street, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Swansea? With 2 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Swansea and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as £48 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Loganair: you will get to Edinburgh in just 1h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Swansea and Edinburgh are Loganair, FlixBus and KLM Cityhopper, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Swansea and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Skewen or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Swansea Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Swansea to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Swansea and Edinburgh, are Loganair, FlixBus and KLM Cityhopper. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: Loganair, KLM Cityhopper and Aer Lingus

All you need to know when you travel from Swansea to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Swansea to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Swansea to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Swansea?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Swansea.

How far is Edinburgh from Swansea?

The distance between Swansea and Edinburgh is 484.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Swansea and Edinburgh?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 82 kgs, and a flight 119 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Swansea to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh with just £48 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Swansea to Edinburgh?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Loganair.

More routes to Swansea and to Edinburgh

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Swansea and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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