What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Midlothian?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Midlothian is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Midlothian?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Midlothian is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool and Midlothian?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool to Midlothian. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Shank Bridge via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Midlothian?

The distance between Liverpool and Midlothian is 239 miles. The road distance is 207.9 miles.

How do I travel from Liverpool to Midlothian without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Midlothian without a car is to train and line 29 bus which takes 5h 29m and costs £30 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Midlothian?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Liverpool to Midlothian, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Midlothian bus from?

Liverpool to Midlothian bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Bus or fly from Liverpool to Midlothian?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Midlothian is to bus which takes 6h 53m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £230 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Liverpool to Midlothian bus arrive?

Liverpool to Midlothian bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Midlothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Midlothian is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Liverpool to Midlothian.

Where can I stay near Midlothian?

There are 2510+ hotels available in Midlothian.

Liverpool to Midlothian - 6 ways to travel via train, line 29 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Liverpool to Midlothian by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 29 bus
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the bus from Princes Street to Terminus29 / ...
5h 29m
£33–131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station900
6h 53m
£37–62
Drive 206.7 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Midlothian206.7 mi
3h 43m
£51–74
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
6h 9m
£75–222
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
7h 8m
£73–174
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
6h 17m
£57–163

Liverpool to Midlothian by train, foot, and bus

89Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Liverpool to Midlothian.

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Distance: 237.6 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Midlothian, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Shank Bridge via Buchanan Bus Station and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 3 times a day.

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