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 9m.

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 51m 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 51m.

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 51m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m 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 51m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 4h 58m.

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 9m 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 1281+ hotels available in Liverpool.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool 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 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 51m
£81–131
Drive 208.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpoolcar 208.4 mi
4h 9m
£52–74
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
4h 58m
£56–142
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h
£70–164
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 26m
£66–166

Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool by foot and train

48Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh Castle to Liverpool.

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Distance: 225.7 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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 51m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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