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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Accrington is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Accrington is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Accrington via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Accrington?

The distance between Edinburgh and Accrington is 208 miles. The road distance is 184.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Edinburgh to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Accrington train from?

Edinburgh to Accrington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Accrington train arrive?

Edinburgh to Accrington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Accrington is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Edinburgh to Accrington.

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

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Where can I stay near Accrington?

There are 1203+ hotels available in Accrington.

Edinburgh to Accrington - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Accrington by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain Preston - Colne / ...
3h 22m
£66–125
Drive 183.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Accringtoncar 183.7 mi
3h 42m
£46–66
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 40m
£74–190
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Accringtontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
4h 52m
£138–198
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 46m
£80–200
Fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane EDI - LBA
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Accringtontrain
7h 33m
£72–184

Edinburgh to Accrington by train

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Distance: 207.3 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Accrington via Preston in around 3h 22m.

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