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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Middleton is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Middleton is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Middleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Middleton station. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Middleton Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Middleton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Middleton is 229 miles. The road distance is 204.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Middleton without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £26 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Edinburgh to Middleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Middleton bus from?

Edinburgh to Middleton bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Middleton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Middleton is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £26 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Middleton bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Middleton bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Middleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Middleton is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Edinburgh to Middleton.

Where can I stay near Middleton?

There are 3469+ hotels available in Middleton.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Middleton by train, bus, 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 Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 6m
£26–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUkn30 / ...
6h 3m
£25–53
Drive 203.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Middleton203.3 mi
3h 59m
£50–72
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
5h 53m
£62–158
Train via Wigan Wallgate
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North WesternEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 26m
£35–125
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Road
6h 9m
£68–196
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly
6h 17m
£60–160

Edinburgh to Middleton by train and bus

52Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.5 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Middleton, Rochdale, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £26–120 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Middleton Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 3m.

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