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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Eccles is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Eccles is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Eccles?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Eccles Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Eccles?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Eccles via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Eccles?

The distance between Edinburgh and Eccles is 228 miles. The road distance is 209.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Eccles without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Edinburgh to Eccles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Eccles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Eccles train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Eccles?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Eccles is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 16m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Eccles bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Eccles train arrive?

Edinburgh to Eccles train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Eccles?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Eccles is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Edinburgh to Eccles.

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

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Where can I stay near Eccles?

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Edinburgh to Eccles - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Eccles by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 54m
£44–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUkn30 / ...
6h 16m
£25–53
Drive 208 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Eccles208 mi
3h 42m
£51–74
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
5h 43m
£64–158
Train, line 132 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North WesternEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to The Trafford Centre Bus Station132
4h 21m
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
6h
£68–200
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
6h 14m
£62–164

Edinburgh to Eccles by train and tram

52Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.2 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Eccles, Salford, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Eccles Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 16m.

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