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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Freckleton is to bus via Glasgow which costs £17 - £60 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Freckleton is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £21 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Freckleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Freckleton. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Blackfield Rd via Abington Bus Stop and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Freckleton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Freckleton is 200 miles. The road distance is 186.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Freckleton without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £21 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Edinburgh to Freckleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Freckleton bus from?

Edinburgh to Freckleton bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, depart from Princes Street station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Freckleton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Freckleton is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £21 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Freckleton bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Freckleton bus services, operated by Houstons Minicoaches, arrive at Abington Service Area station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Freckleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Freckleton is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Edinburgh to Freckleton.

Where can I stay near Freckleton?

There are 1969+ hotels available in Freckleton.

Edinburgh to Freckleton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 7m
£21–82
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
6h 15m
£17–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Abington Service Area101A / ...
2. Take the bus from Abington Bus Stop to Preston Coach Stationmegabus M11
6h 7m
Drive 185.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Freckleton185.4 mi
3h 23m
£47–68
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Kirkham & Wesham
6h 35m
£78–188
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
6h 47m
£96–234

Edinburgh to Freckleton by train and bus

110Weekly Services

3h 7mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.5 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–75 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Blackfield Rd via Abington Bus Stop, Preston Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 7m.

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