What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside)?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside)?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Waterloo (Merseyside)?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) station. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Waterloo Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside)?

The distance between Edinburgh and Waterloo (Merseyside) is 224 miles. The road distance is 208.3 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) without a car is to train and line 47 bus which takes 4h 39m and costs £22 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside)?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) bus from?

Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Bus or fly from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside)?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) is to bus which takes 7h 21m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £190 and takes 5h.

Where does the Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Waterloo (Merseyside)?

Waterloo (Merseyside) is 1h ahead of Edinburgh. It is currently 2:33 PM in Edinburgh and 3:33 PM in Waterloo (Merseyside).

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside).

Where can I stay near Waterloo (Merseyside)?

There are 2067+ hotels available in Waterloo (Merseyside).

Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) - 6 ways to travel via train

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 47 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Rufford Road to South Road47
4h 39m
£23–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
7h 21m
£42–79
Drive 207.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside)207.1 mi
4h 3m
£52–75
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h
£76–190
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
6h 32m
£78–194
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkway
5h 43m
£56–168

Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) by train, bus, and foot

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222.6 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Waterloo (Merseyside), England?

You can take a bus from Princes Street to Waterloo Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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