How far is Edinburgh from London?

London to Edinburgh is about 660 km (410 miles) by road.

How long does it take to drive from London to Edinburgh?

Roughly 7 hours of driving direct, before any stops.

What are the best stops between London and Edinburgh?

York, Durham — all easy to add on the way. Open the drive on the map to see them.

Is London to Edinburgh a good road trip?

Yes — with the stops above it makes a 3-day trip. Stopful maps the whole route, drive times, where to stay, and what the trip will cost before you book.

United Kingdom · road trip

London to Edinburgh by car

≈ 660 km / 410 mi · ~7 h driving · 4 stops

London to Edinburgh is ≈ 660 km (410 miles), about 7 hours of driving direct. With the stops below it makes a relaxed 3-day road trip.

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The A1 and M1 run the spine of Britain from the Thames to the Firth of Forth — York's walls, Durham's cathedral and the Northumberland coast make the seven hours fly.

Where to stop between London and Edinburgh

1
London
Head north on the M1/A1 — the Midlands give way to Yorkshire by lunchtime.
2
York
Medieval walls, the Shambles and one of Europe's great gothic minsters — the perfect break.
3
Durham
A Norman cathedral and castle on a wooded loop of the Wear — a UNESCO stunner just off the motorway.
4
Edinburgh
The castle on its crag, the Royal Mile and Arthur's Seat — Scotland's capital, made for wandering.

Good to know

Motorway all the way (no tolls on this route). York and Durham are a few minutes off the A1(M); allow a full day if you stop at both.

Edinburgh, on the London to Edinburgh drive

Want the trip rather than the drive? The London to Edinburgh road trip spreads the same road over 7 days and ≈ 750 km, via 5 stops.

London to Edinburgh — FAQ

How far is Edinburgh from London?: London to Edinburgh is about 660 km (410 miles) by road.
How long does it take to drive from London to Edinburgh?: Roughly 7 hours of driving direct, before any stops.
What are the best stops between London and Edinburgh?: York, Durham — all easy to add on the way. Open the drive on the map to see them.
Is London to Edinburgh a good road trip?: Yes — with the stops above it makes a 3-day trip. Stopful maps the whole route, drive times, where to stay, and what the trip will cost before you book.

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