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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Salcombe is to fly and train which costs £85 - £220 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Salcombe is to fly and train which takes 7h 1m and costs £85 - £220.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Totnes via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Salcombe?

The distance between Edinburgh and Salcombe is 558 miles. The road distance is 483.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Salcombe without a car is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs £280 - £400.

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

It takes approximately 9h 45m to get from Edinburgh to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Salcombe train from?

Edinburgh to Salcombe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Salcombe train arrive?

Edinburgh to Salcombe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Totnes station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Salcombe is 484 miles. It takes approximately 8h 13m to drive from Edinburgh to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1554+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Edinburgh to Salcombe - 8 ways to travel via train, car, plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Totnestrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
9h 45m
£280–400
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Totnestrain
7h 1m
£86–212
Drive 480.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Salcombecar 480.8 mi
8h 13m
£117–169
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train, line 164 bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
3. Take the bus from Station Road to Beadon Crossbus
6h 21m
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Totnestrain
12h
£201–356
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 Totnestrain
7h 42m
£87–234
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, line 57 bus, train, line 164 bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EDI - NQY
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus
3. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Totnestrain
4. Take the bus from Station Road to Beadon Crossbus
8h 55m
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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 Totnestrain
8h 35m
£140–256

Edinburgh to Salcombe by train and bus

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9h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 554.9 mi
Duration: 9h 45m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Totnes every 3 hours. Tickets cost £280–400 and the journey takes 8h 17m.

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