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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rainford is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rainford is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Rainford?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Rainford. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Rainford via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Rainford?

The distance between Edinburgh and Rainford is 213 miles. The road distance is 202.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rainford without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Edinburgh to Rainford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Rainford train from?

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

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Rainford?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rainford is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £170 and takes 5h 36m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Rainford train arrive?

Edinburgh to Rainford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Rainford?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Rainford is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Edinburgh to Rainford.

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

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Where can I stay near Rainford?

There are 2563+ hotels available in Rainford.

Edinburgh to Rainford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Rainford by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 52m
£76–125
Drive 201.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Rainfordcar 201.5 mi
3h 47m
£49–71
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
5h 36m
£62–162
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
7h 10m
£68–174

Edinburgh to Rainford by train

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Distance: 212.2 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Western every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

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