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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Rawtenstall?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Accrington via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall?

The distance between Edinburgh and Rawtenstall is 215 miles. The road distance is 191 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Rawtenstall train from?

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

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Rawtenstall train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Rawtenstall is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall.

Where can I stay near Rawtenstall?

There are 2412+ hotels available in Rawtenstall.

Edinburgh to Rawtenstall - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to Rawtenstall by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 5m
£66–125
Drive 189.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Rawtenstallcar 189.9 mi
3h 49m
£47–68
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
6h 25m
£62–160
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain York - Blackpool North / ...
5h 24m
£139–197
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoriatrain
6h 41m
£80–192
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
6h 48m
£76–174

Edinburgh to Rawtenstall by train and bus

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Distance: 214.2 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Rawtenstall, 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, easyJet, Ryanair, and four other airlines fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 3 hours.

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