What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Bishop's Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Craven Arms via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh and Bishop's Castle is 310 miles. The road distance is 285.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs £70 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle train from?

Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle train arrive?

Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle.

Where can I stay near Bishop's Castle?

There are 700+ hotels available in Bishop's Castle.

Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
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1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Craven Armstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 33m
£73–159
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Shrewsburytrain
7h 56m
£59–156
Drive 284.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Bishop's Castlecar 284.1 mi
5h 24m
£72–104
Fly Edinburgh Airport 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 Shrewsburytrain
7h 6m
£62–152
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salop Street Jctbus 553
7h 8m
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Craven Armstrain
7h 30m
£76–186
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Craven Armstrain
8h 20m
£74–196

Edinburgh to Bishop's Castle by train and bus

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6h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 307.9 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Bishop's Castle, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Boars Head PH via Crewe, Craven Arms, and Railway Station in around 6h 33m.

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