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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Swinton is to bus which costs £19 - £65 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Swinton is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Swinton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Swinton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Leigh Avenue via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Eccles Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Swinton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Swinton is 224 miles. The road distance is 206.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Swinton without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £27 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Edinburgh to Swinton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Swinton bus from?

Edinburgh to Swinton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Swinton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Swinton is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £27 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £65 and takes 6h 46m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Swinton bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Swinton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Swinton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Swinton is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Edinburgh to Swinton.

Where can I stay near Swinton?

There are 3632+ hotels available in Swinton.

Edinburgh to Swinton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Swinton 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 PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Salford CrescentBlackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 43m
£27–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to GlasgowUk090 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUkn30 / ...
6h 46m
£19–60
Drive 205.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Swinton205.2 mi
3h 40m
£50–73
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
5h 26m
£62–158
Train, line 22 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to BoltonEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Leigh Avenue22
3h 58m
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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
5h 43m
£68–196
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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
£60–160
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
6h 14m
£81–265

Edinburgh to Swinton by train and bus

108Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Swinton.

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Distance: 222.7 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Swinton, Salford, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leinster Road via Preston, Salford Crescent, and Salford Crescent Rail Station in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leigh Avenue via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Eccles Interchange in around 6h 46m.

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