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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 2m.

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 56m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Runcorn High Street- Stand C and arriving at Princes Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

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 5h 5m.

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 which takes 5h 5m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Edinburgh bus from?

Runcorn to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Runcorn High Street- Stand C station.

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, bus or fly from Runcorn to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £35 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 2m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Runcorn to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Runcorn to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

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 56m 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 2488+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to PrestonLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 5m
£38–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Liverpool, Liverpool One82A / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
8h 2m
£39–55
Drive 214.5 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Edinburgh214.5 mi
3h 56m
£53–77
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
4h 59m
£68–183
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to LeedsChester - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 27m
£53–123
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Wolverhampton
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4h 39m
£69–146
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
6h 17m
£77–169

Runcorn to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 238 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Princes Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station in around 8h 2m.

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