How to get to Edinburgh from Copenhagen

Sat 17 Oct
+ Add return
Travel by train, coach, flight with
Ryanair
FlixBus
Norwegian Air Shuttle
Malta Air
easyJet
1,000+ more
Ryanair
FlixBus
Norwegian Air Shuttle
Malta Air
easyJet
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Copenhagen to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £170 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.0 - 2.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £170, while a flight costs an average of £452.

Distance: 983 km

Compare flight with

Most popular
Flight
Coach
Driving

£452

Average Price

£170

Average Price

Cheapest

£204

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 51m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

37h 8m

Average total duration

36h 38m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

21h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

2.9 - 5.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.0 - 2.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

CO2 emissions

British Airways

Most popular airline

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Edinburgh is a coach with an average price of £170.

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Edinburgh:

A coach is £283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Edinburgh costing on average £452.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 51m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Coach takes on average 37h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Edinburgh including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 17h 52m sooner (3h 51m by flight vs 21h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £452 compared to roughly £204 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

Travel options
from Copenhagen to Edinburgh

How to get to Edinburgh from Copenhagen by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Copenhagen to Edinburgh is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 2675
    23:202h00
    Copenhagen Airport
    0:20Edinburgh Airport
    £1111One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 2675
    23:202h00
    Copenhagen Airport
    0:20Edinburgh Airport
    £1111One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 2675
    23:202h00
    Copenhagen Airport
    0:20Edinburgh Airport
    £1111One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    19:1050h40
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    20:50Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £2141One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    19:3559h50
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    6:25Edinburgh, Bus Station
    £2291One-way
    2 changes
  • Sas AirwaysSK404 · SK2545
    10:0025h15
    Copenhagen Airport
    10:15Edinburgh Airport
    £1971One-way
    1 change
  • Sas AirwaysSK1418 · SK2545
    9:0026h15
    Copenhagen Airport
    10:15Edinburgh Airport
    £1971One-way
    1 change
  • Sas AirwaysSK1416 · SK2545
    8:0027h15
    Copenhagen Airport
    10:15Edinburgh Airport
    £1971One-way
    1 change

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries

Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sat
17 Oct
Sun
18 Oct
Mon
19 Oct
Tue
20 Oct
Wed
21 Oct
Thu
22 Oct
Fri
23 Oct
Sat
24 Oct
Sun
25 Oct
Mon
26 Oct
Tue
27 Oct
Wed
28 Oct
Thu
29 Oct
Fri
30 Oct
Sat
31 Oct
Sun
01 Nov
Mon
02 Nov
Tue
03 Nov
Wed
04 Nov
Thu
05 Nov
Fri
06 Nov

Best day trips from Edinburgh by train

The most popular day trips by train from Edinburgh are Glasgow, Stirling, St Andrews, Perth and Dundee. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Edinburgh on Omio.

A view of Glasgow

Day trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow by train

Why visit Glasgow for the day?

Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, known for grand architecture, a strong music scene and a friendly, direct character. Its industrial past on the Clyde still shapes a city that now balances major museums, lively neighbourhoods and a clear cultural confidence.

A view of Stirling

Day trip from Edinburgh to Stirling by train

Why visit Stirling for the day?

Stirling is known for royal history, Stirling Castle and the story of William Wallace. Its compact old town and setting by the River Forth give it a lively Scottish character.

A view of Perth

Day trip from Edinburgh to Perth by train

Why visit Perth for the day?

Perth is a small Scottish city on the River Tay with strong royal and civic history. Known for its elegant centre and nearby Scone Palace, it feels calm, compact and well placed for exploring central and northern Scotland.

A view of Dundee

Day trip from Edinburgh to Dundee by train

Why visit Dundee for the day?

Dundee is a compact Scottish city on the River Tay, known for design, digital creativity and a maritime past. The waterfront and V&A Dundee give it a modern feel, while old streets and university life keep its character grounded.

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Copenhagen to Edinburgh

Travel to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Copenhagen to Edinburgh.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Copenhagen and Edinburgh including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Edinburgh is a coach with an average price of £170.

This is compared to other travel options from Copenhagen to Edinburgh:

A coach is £283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Edinburgh costing on average £452.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 51m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Coach takes on average 37h 8m.

The Copenhagen to Edinburgh distance is approximately 983 km.
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Edinburgh is:
  • Around 69 flights per day.
  • Around 2 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Copenhagen and Edinburgh as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Copenhagen to Edinburgh:
  • Flights mostly depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Malta Air, easyJet, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Sas Airways, Cityjet, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Global Supply Systems, Air France, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways to go to Edinburgh by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Edinburgh by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Copenhagen to Edinburgh:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Malta Air, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Paris, Inverness, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Edinburgh and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Copenhagen to Edinburgh, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Edinburgh, you can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket with its pubs, shops, and street performances, or enjoy a ghost tour through the haunted streets and underground vaults. Attend a performance at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh for beautiful landscapes. Discover hidden gems and local art at the Stockbridge Market. Must-see sights include Edinburgh Castle, offering panoramic views and housing the Crown Jewels, Arthur's Seat for hiking and city views, The Royal Mile lined with shops and landmarks, Holyrood Palace with its stunning gardens, and the National Museum of Scotland showcasing diverse exhibits.
To fully experience Edinburgh's historic sites, cultural attractions, and local cuisine, a stay of three to four days is recommended.

Travelling from Copenhagen to Edinburgh: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to United KingdomTravel to EdinburghHow to get to Edinburgh from Copenhagen

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone