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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Aintree is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Aintree is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Aintree?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Aintree Racecourse via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Aintree?

The distance between Edinburgh and Aintree is 233 miles. The road distance is 205.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Aintree without a car is to train and line 310 bus which takes 5h 7m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Edinburgh to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Aintree bus from?

Edinburgh to Aintree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Bus or fly from Edinburgh to Aintree?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Aintree is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Aintree bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Aintree bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Aintree is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Edinburgh to Aintree.

Where can I stay near Aintree?

There are 2336+ hotels available in Aintree.

Edinburgh to Aintree - 6 ways to travel via train, line 310 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 310 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North WesternEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Concourse to Aintree Retail Park310
5h 7m
£37–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Aintree RacecourseGn1
7h 34m
£38–69
Drive 204 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Aintree204 mi
3h 58m
£50–72
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 6m
£68–188
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
6h 38m
£70–182
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkway
5h 50m
£50–192

Edinburgh to Aintree by train and bus

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5h 7mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.9 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Princes Street to Aintree Racecourse via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 34m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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