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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Salford is to rideshare which costs £15 - £28 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Salford is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £80 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Salford?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Salford. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Salford Crescent via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Salford?

The distance between Edinburgh and Salford is 225 miles. The road distance is 209 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Salford without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Edinburgh to Salford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Salford train from?

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

Train or fly from Edinburgh to Salford?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Salford is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Salford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Salford is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Edinburgh to Salford.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Salford train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Salford?

There are 3762+ hotels available in Salford.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Salford?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh and Salford. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 19m
£81–132
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Manchesterrideshare 209.3 mi
4h 22m
£15–28
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
5h 4m
£58–158
Drive 207.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Salfordcar 207.8 mi
3h 47m
£52–74
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
5h 12m
£76–184
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 23m
£72–170

Edinburgh to Salford by train

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Distance: 223.6 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

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