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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bury is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Bury is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £60 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Bury?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Bury. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Bolton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Bury?

The distance between Edinburgh and Bury is 218 miles. The road distance is 198.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bury without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Edinburgh to Bury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bury train from?

Edinburgh to Bury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Bury?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bury is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Bury train arrive?

Edinburgh to Bury train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Bury?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Bury is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Edinburgh to Bury.

Where can I stay near Bury?

There are 3706+ hotels available in Bury.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Boltontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 28m
£64–102
Drive 197.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Burycar 197.3 mi
4h 2m
£49–71
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
5h 23m
£60–160
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 39m
£50–114
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 4m
£72–206
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 2m
£70–170

Edinburgh to Bury by train and bus

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Distance: 216.8 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bolton every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 4 hours.

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