What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Cavendish Street and arriving at Princes Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Edinburgh is 228 miles. The road distance is 211.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh bus from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £170 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh?

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Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 48m
£68–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgowbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
7h 14m
£35–59
Drive 210.5 mi
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburghcar 210.5 mi
4h 7m
£53–77
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
5h 18m
£65–169
Train via Wigan
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 24m
£73–125
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
6h 4m
£77–205
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 47m
£71–173

Ashton-under-Lyne to Edinburgh by tram and train

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Distance: 226.7 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cavendish Street to Princes Street via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 14m.

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