What is the cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Liverpool Lime Street and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Edinburgh?

The distance between Runcorn and Edinburgh is 239 miles. The road distance is 215.8 miles.

How do I travel from Runcorn to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Preston which takes 4h 58m and costs £40 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Edinburgh train from?

Runcorn to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or fly from Runcorn to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh is to train via Preston which takes 4h 58m and costs £40 - £260. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £200 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Runcorn to Edinburgh train arrive?

Runcorn to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Edinburgh is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Runcorn to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Runcorn to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Runcorn to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh by train, car, or plane

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 58m
£42–255
Drive 214.5 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Edinburghcar 214.5 mi
3h 58m
£53–76
Fly Liverpool to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
4h 40m
£61–196
Train
1. Take the train from Stockport to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Inverness
6h 5m
£70–107
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4h 31m
£64–222
Fly Manchester Airport to Edinburgh Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
6h 6m
£68–202
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 25m
£66–242

Runcorn to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 238 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Runcorn, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Runcorn to Edinburgh Waverley via Liverpool Lime Street and Preston in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 3 times a day.

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