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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Castlefield is to rideshare which costs £15 - £28 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Castlefield is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Castlefield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Castlefield?

The distance between Edinburgh and Castlefield is 222 miles. The road distance is 211.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Castlefield without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £120.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Road takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Castlefield train from?

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

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Castlefield?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Castlefield is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Castlefield train arrive?

Edinburgh to Castlefield train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Castlefield?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Castlefield is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Edinburgh to Castlefield.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Castlefield?

Book your Edinburgh to Castlefield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Castlefield?

There are 3419+ hotels available in Castlefield.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Castlefield?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh and Castlefield. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh to Castlefield - 7 ways to travel via train, rideshare, plane

There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Castlefield by train, rideshare, plane, 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 10m
£35–120
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Manchester209.2 mi
4h 22m
£15–28
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
5h 5m
£68–166
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to DeansgateBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 25m
£26–123
Drive 210 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Castlefield210 mi
3h 48m
£53–76
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Road
5h 11m
£72–196
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly
5h 24m
£60–160

Edinburgh to Castlefield by train

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Distance: 220.7 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–120 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and three other airlines fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 4 hours.

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