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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Alfriston is to fly and train which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Alfriston is to fly and train which takes 5h 20m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Alfriston?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Alfriston. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Market Cross via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Alfriston?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Alfriston. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Polegate via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Alfriston?

The distance between Edinburgh and Alfriston is 463 miles. The road distance is 439.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Alfriston without a car is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs £160 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Edinburgh to Alfriston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Alfriston bus from?

Edinburgh to Alfriston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Alfriston train from?

Edinburgh to Alfriston train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Alfriston?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Alfriston is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs £160 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 14h 36m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Alfriston bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Alfriston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Alfriston train arrive?

Edinburgh to Alfriston train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Alfriston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Alfriston is 439 miles. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Edinburgh to Alfriston.

Where can I stay near Alfriston?

There are 1734+ hotels available in Alfriston.

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There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Alfriston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
7h 10m
£161–232
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane GLA - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Polegatetrain
6h 6m
£56–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to High Streetbus 500
14h 36m
£71–134
Drive 436.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Alfristoncar 436.9 mi
8h
£110–159
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Polegatetrain
5h 20m
£60–156
Train via St Andrews Lane
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to London Eustontrain Edinburgh - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
8h 47m
£116–256
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Polegatetrain
6h 30m
£116–346
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Polegatetrain
6h 33m
£112–338
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to East Croydontrain
3. Take the train from East Croydon to Polegatetrain
6h 34m
£86–202
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Polegatetrain
6h 48m
£76–198

Edinburgh to Alfriston by train, subway, and bus

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7h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 460.4 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Coach Park via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Victoria station, London Victoria, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 7h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Market Cross via Heathrow Central Bus Station, South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, High Street, and Tesco in around 14h 36m.

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