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 35m.

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 53m and costs £80 - £180.

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 53m.

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 53m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m 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 35m to drive from Edinburgh to Ludlow.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Ludlow train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 689+ hotels available in Ludlow.

Edinburgh to Ludlow - 9 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 9 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
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Ludlowtrain Crewe - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 53m
£81–179
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
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlowtrain
5h 52m
£66–152
Drive 290.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ludlowcar 290.5 mi
5h 35m
£72–103
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 Ludlowtrain
5h 54m
£84–186
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ludlowtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 47m
£107–195
Train via Carnwath
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carstairstrain
2. Take the train from Carstairs to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Ludlowtrain
7h 10m
£84–172
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain
6h 38m
£94–238
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
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlowtrain
6h 37m
£79–190
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Ludlowtrain
7h 6m
£164–420

Edinburgh to Ludlow by train

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4h 53mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Ludlow.

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Distance: 300.7 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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 53m.

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