What is the cheapest way to get from Accrington to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Accrington to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Accrington to Edinburgh?

The distance between Accrington and Edinburgh is 208 miles. The road distance is 185.1 miles.

How do I travel from Accrington to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Accrington to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £22 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Accrington to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Accrington to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Edinburgh train from?

Accrington to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Where does the Accrington to Edinburgh train arrive?

Accrington to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Edinburgh is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Accrington to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Accrington to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Accrington to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Accrington to Edinburgh by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Accrington to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 54m
£23–122
Drive 184 mi
1. Drive from Accrington to Edinburghcar 184 mi
3h 42m
£45–65
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
6h 9m
£71–182
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Accrington to Leedstrain Blackburn - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 4m
£42–105
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
6h 37m
£79–222
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
6h 26m
£56–222

Accrington to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 207.3 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Accrington, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Accrington to Edinburgh Waverley via Preston in around 3h 54m.

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