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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Sellafield is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 12m.

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 52m and costs £30 - £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 Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Sellafield?

The distance between Edinburgh and Sellafield is 155 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 and line 30 bus which takes 4h 58m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m 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.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Sellafield?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Sellafield is to bus which takes 7h 12m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £160 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Sellafield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Sellafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Sellafield is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m 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 693+ hotels available in Sellafield.

Edinburgh to Sellafield - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Sellafield by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Maryporttrain
3. Take the bus from Trinity Baptist church to Garlieston Courtbus 30
4h 58m
£37–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Trinity Baptist churchbus 300
7h 12m
£20–33
Drive 139.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Sellafieldcar 139.1 mi
2h 52m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lancastertrain
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Sellafieldtrain
5h 41m
£88–153

Edinburgh to Sellafield by train and bus

61Weekly Services

4h 58mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a bus from North Bridge to Sellafield via Market Hall, Trinity Baptist church, Garlieston Court, and Corkickle in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Sellafield via Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness in around 5h 41m.

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