What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Liverpool is 227 miles. The road distance is 209.6 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £170 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool?

Book your Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2216+ hotels available in Liverpool.

Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Wigan North Western - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 50m
£81–136
Drive 208.4 mi
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1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpoolcar 208.4 mi
4h 10m
£51–73
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
4h 51m
£60–162
Fly to Manchester Airport, bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus
5h 43m
£54–156
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
5h 22m
£68–176

Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool by foot and train

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Distance: 225.7 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Liverpool, England?

You can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool Lime Street via Edinburgh Waverley and Wigan North Western in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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