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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Wem via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ellesmere?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ellesmere is 275 miles. The road distance is 253.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ellesmere train from?

Edinburgh to Ellesmere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ellesmere train arrive?

Edinburgh to Ellesmere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ellesmere is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Edinburgh to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 818+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
6h 3m
£85–157
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
6h 27m
£58–130
Drive 252.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ellesmerecar 252.3 mi
4h 45m
£61–88
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 51m
£103–178
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
8h 9m
£78–202
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
7h 8m
£58–162
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
7h 54m
£92–210

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX) flights

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Distance: 273.2 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewe every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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