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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Anderton is to bus which costs £30 - £110 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Anderton is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £60 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Anderton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Anderton. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Anderton Cottages via Buchanan Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Anderton?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Anderton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Adlington (Lancs) via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Anderton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Anderton is 204 miles. The road distance is 192.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Anderton without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Edinburgh to Anderton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Anderton bus from?

Edinburgh to Anderton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Anderton train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Anderton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Anderton is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Anderton bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Anderton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Anderton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Anderton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Anderton is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Edinburgh to Anderton.

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

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Where can I stay near Anderton?

There are 2319+ hotels available in Anderton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 30m
£64–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Uk030
7h 35m
£31–109
Drive 191.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Andertoncar 191.7 mi
3h 33m
£48–69
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 Adlington (Lancs)train
5h 58m
£66–170
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 30m
£82–196

Edinburgh to Anderton by train and foot

108Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.7 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Anderton, Lancashire, 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, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Anderton via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Anderton Cottages in around 7h 35m.

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