Travel To Edinburgh from London- Road Trip

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Hello All,

We’re planning a road trip from London to Edinburgh this weekend and would love some advice. Is driving a good idea, or would taking the train be a safer or more convenient option? If anyone has done this drive before, I’d really appreciate hearing about your driving experience on any safety measures to be aware of.

The weather forecast looks a bit wet, and I’ll be taking some relatives who have never visited Edinburgh before. We plan to stay for three nights and are thinking of visiting a museum and a whisky distillery while we’re there.

If you’ve been to Edinburgh or done a similar trip, I’d love to hear your recommendations. Is visiting a whisky distillery worth it, and how much does it usually cost?

Also, if you know of any must-see places or hidden gems in Edinburgh, please share!

Thanks in advance for your tips and suggestions!🙂

I am from Edinburgh and lived in London for years. Now in Edinburgh and often go to London for work.
The train is much much more enjoyable and much quicker. There’s hardly any parking in Edinburgh and it’s expensive to park.
The best way to drive is the M6/74 but the prettiest way is the A1 but that’s soooo slow. It’s not a nice road trip in general. I’d always get the train or even fly rather than drive.