What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge is to train which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Whaley Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge?

The distance between Edinburgh and Whaley Bridge is 239 miles. The road distance is 230.1 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £35 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge train from?

Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge train arrive?

Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge?

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Where can I stay near Whaley Bridge?

There are 3242+ hotels available in Whaley Bridge.

Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 29m
£38–83
Drive 228.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge228.7 mi
4h 12m
£57–82
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
5h 59m
£64–158
Train, line 199 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Manchester Airport
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Railway Station199
5h 51m
£43–122
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 Stockport
6h 29m
£58–164
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 55m
£83–265

Edinburgh to Whaley Bridge by train

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Distance: 237.5 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Whaley Bridge, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and three other airlines fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 4 hours.

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