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 - £95 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 - £95.

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 1m.

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 1m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m 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 819+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
6h 1m
£63–141
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
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 7m
£53–143
Drive 252.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ellesmerecar 252.3 mi
4h 45m
£63–91
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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 Shrewsburytrain
6h 26m
£54–132
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 49m
£87–142
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 2m
£82–198
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14bus
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
8h 7m
£74–184

Edinburgh to Ellesmere by train and bus

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6h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 273 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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 £80–130 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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