What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Ashton-under-Lyne?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Cavendish Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Ashton-under-Lyne?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The distance between Edinburgh and Ashton-under-Lyne is 228 miles. The road distance is 210.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne bus from?

Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne train from?

Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £160 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne train arrive?

Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne?

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Where can I stay near Ashton-under-Lyne?

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Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 48m
£82–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk090
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 40m
£36–63
Drive 209.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lynecar 209.7 mi
4h 6m
£52–74
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
4h 58m
£54–152
Train via Wigan
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Ashton-under-Lynetrain Wigan Wallgate - Stalybridge / ...
4h 21m
£83–138
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 Piccadillytrain
5h 59m
£72–188
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 Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 58m
£74–174

Edinburgh to Ashton-under-Lyne by train and tram

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Distance: 226.7 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Ashton-under-Lyne, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Cavendish Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Piccadilly in around 6h 40m.

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