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 - £85 and takes 7h 20m.

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 6m 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). However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Waterloo Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

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

The distance between Edinburgh and Waterloo (Merseyside) is 222 miles. The road distance is 208.4 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 bus which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 FlixBus, 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 20m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 5h 12m.

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

Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside)?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside).

Where can I stay near Waterloo (Merseyside)?

There are 2223+ hotels available in Waterloo (Merseyside).

Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside) - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Southport Interchangebus X2
4h 11m
£54–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 802
7h 20m
£42–82
Drive 207.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Waterloo (Merseyside)car 207.2 mi
4h 6m
£52–75
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 12m
£72–186
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 52m
£70–182
Fly 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 Liverpool Lime Streettrain
5h 48m
£68–188

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

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Distance: 220.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Princes Street to Waterloo Interchange via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

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