What is the cheapest way to get from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh is to train and bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 9h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Old Colwyn and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Colwyn Bay and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh?

The distance between Old Colwyn and Edinburgh is 277 miles. The road distance is 267.7 miles.

How do I travel from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £55 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Old Colwyn to Edinburgh train from?

Old Colwyn to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Colwyn Bay station.

Where does the Old Colwyn to Edinburgh train arrive?

Old Colwyn to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Colwyn to Edinburgh is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

There are 8 ways to get from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Warrington Bank QuayLlandudno - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 16m
£58–152
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rhyl to Chester
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station830
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
9h 18m
£43–84
Drive 266.1 mi
1. Drive from Old Colwyn to Edinburgh266.1 mi
4h 45m
£66–95
Train to Liverpool, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Chester
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
7h 5m
£80–222
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Rhyl to Chester
2. Take the train from Chester to Leeds
3. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverley
8h 36m
£61–165
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
7h 29m
£93–207
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Street
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
6h 38m
£73–267
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Street
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
4. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
7h 27m
£78–332

Old Colwyn to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 275.3 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Old Colwyn, Wales and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Colwyn Bay to Edinburgh Waverley via Warrington Bank Quay in around 5h 16m.

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