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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ludlow is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ludlow is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £45 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Ludlow via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ludlow?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ludlow is 302 miles. The road distance is 292.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ludlow without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Edinburgh to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ludlow train from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Ludlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ludlow is 292 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Edinburgh to Ludlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 720+ hotels available in Ludlow.

Edinburgh to Ludlow - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Ludlow by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
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1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CreweEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to LudlowManchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
4h 41m
£48–196
Drive 290.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ludlow290.5 mi
5h 32m
£71–103
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlow
5h 49m
£66–168
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to LudlowManchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 33m
£65–120
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlow
5h 38m
£54–138
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ludlow
6h 18m
£94–226
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlow
6h 27m
£74–229
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlow
6h 22m
£60–204

Edinburgh to Ludlow by train

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4h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 300.7 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Ludlow via Crewe in around 4h 41m.

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