What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to The Lizard?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to The Lizard is to fly and bus which costs £65 - £240 and takes 9h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to The Lizard?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to The Lizard is to fly and bus which takes 9h 32m and costs £65 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and The Lizard?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to The Lizard. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Redruth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to The Lizard?

The distance between Edinburgh and The Lizard is 640 miles. The road distance is 546.6 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to The Lizard without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to The Lizard without a car is to train which takes 10h 38m and costs £350 - £550.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to The Lizard?

It takes approximately 10h 38m to get from Edinburgh to The Lizard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to The Lizard train from?

Edinburgh to The Lizard train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to The Lizard train arrive?

Edinburgh to The Lizard train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Redruth station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to The Lizard?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to The Lizard is 547 miles. It takes approximately 9h 38m to drive from Edinburgh to The Lizard.

Where can I stay near The Lizard?

There are 3951+ hotels available in The Lizard.

Edinburgh to The Lizard - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh to The Lizard by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Redruthtrain Edinburgh - Penzance
10h 38m
£356–503
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Newquay Cornwall Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane EDI - NQY
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Traboe Crossbus
9h 32m
£66–236
Drive 543.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to The Lizardcar 543.4 mi
9h 38m
£135–195
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Redruthtrain
10h 25m
£148–368
Train to Newcastle, fly to Newquay Cornwall Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY)plane NCL - NQY
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Traboe Crossbus
11h 19m
£103–321
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 Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain
10h 47m
£124–278

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) flights

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 635.8 mi
Duration: 10h 38m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and The Lizard, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Redruth once daily. Tickets cost £270–410 and the journey takes 10h 10m.

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