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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Sellafield is to bus and train which costs £18 - £26 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Sellafield is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Sellafield?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Sellafield via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Sellafield?

The distance between Edinburgh and Sellafield is 152 miles. The road distance is 139.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Sellafield without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £22 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Edinburgh to Sellafield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Sellafield train from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Sellafield train arrive?

Edinburgh to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Sellafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Sellafield is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Edinburgh to Sellafield.

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

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Where can I stay near Sellafield?

There are 451+ hotels available in Sellafield.

Edinburgh to Sellafield - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Sellafield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CarlisleEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to SellafieldCarlisle - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
3h 32m
£22–89
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Galashiels Transport InterchangeX95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston HotelX95
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
6h 42m
£19–26
Drive 139.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Sellafield139.1 mi
2h 51m
£35–51

Edinburgh to Sellafield by train

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3h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.8 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Sellafield via Carlisle in around 3h 32m.

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