What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £60 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster (Station) station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Night Std and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster (Station) and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lancaster and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Lancaster (Station) and Edinburgh is 170 miles. The road distance is 160 miles.

How do I travel from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh?

The train from Lancaster to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh bus from?

Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh train from?

Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh?

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Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 15m
£60–110
Drive 159 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburghcar 159 mi
3h
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
5h 15m
£41–95
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
6h 6m
£77–192

Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 169.4 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Lancaster (Station), England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 15m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lancaster (Station) to Princes Street via Bus Station Night Std and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 15m.

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