What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield is to bus and train via Glasgow which costs £25 - £40 and takes 6h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Sellafield?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Sellafield via Haymarket and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Sellafield is 156 miles. The road distance is 144 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield.

Where can I stay near Sellafield?

There are 668+ hotels available in Sellafield.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield by train, bus, or car

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 Haymarket to CarlisleEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to SellafieldCarlisle - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
4h 42m
£32–62
Bus, train via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus StationAir / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
6h 14m
£25–38
Drive 143.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield143.1 mi
2h 50m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport InterchangeX62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston HotelX95
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
8h 20m
£28–36

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Sellafield.

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Distance: 155.6 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Sellafield, England?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Airport to Sellafield via Haymarket, Haymarket, and Carlisle in around 4h 42m.

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