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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Aintree is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Aintree is to drive which takes 4h and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Old Roan via Preston and Ormskirk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Aintree?

The distance between Edinburgh and Aintree is 213 miles. The road distance is 205.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Aintree without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Edinburgh to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Aintree train from?

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

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Aintree?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Aintree is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £180 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Aintree train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Aintree is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Edinburgh to Aintree.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Aintree train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Aintree?

There are 2440+ hotels available in Aintree.

Edinburgh to Aintree - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Aintree by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 19m
£69–133
Drive 204.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Aintreecar 204.1 mi
4h
£51–73
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 8m
£68–178
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 Liverpool Lime Streettrain
6h 49m
£72–186
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
5h 46m
£74–192

Edinburgh to Aintree by train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211.9 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 3 times a day.

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