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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Ellesmere Port via Preston and Liverpool Central Loop Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ellesmere Port is 247 miles. The road distance is 228.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 4h 43m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port train from?

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

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port is to fly which takes 5h 35m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port?

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Where can I stay near Ellesmere Port?

There are 2757+ hotels available in Ellesmere Port.

Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port - 6 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
4h 43m
£86–141
Drive 227.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ellesmere Portcar 227.6 mi
4h 11m
£56–81
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 35m
£66–166
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 46m
£60–156
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 44m
£76–180
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 10m
£72–182

Edinburgh to Ellesmere Port by train and bus

48Weekly Services

4h 43mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.6 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Ellesmere Port via Preston, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 4h 46m.

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