What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Salford Crescent Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leigh?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Wigan North Western via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leigh is 217 miles. The road distance is 206.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Haymarket station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3613+ hotels available in Leigh.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leigh?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Leigh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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Fly to Manchester Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Newton-le-Willowstrain
4h 19m
£53–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 55m
£36–63
Train
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 40m
£82–142
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Leighrideshare 205.2 mi
3h 43m
Drive 205.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leighcar 205.2 mi
3h 43m
£50–72
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
4h 42m
£56–158
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Wigan North Westerntrain
4h 50m
£60–147
Train via Bolton Interchange
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Boltontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport
4h 49m
£78–134

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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Distance: 215.7 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Leigh, Wigan, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Haymarket to Wigan North Western every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal to Leigh Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Salford Crescent Rail Station in around 6h 55m.

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