What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Liverpool Central Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Princes Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool Central Station and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Liverpool Central Station and Edinburgh is 227 miles. The road distance is 216.9 miles.

How do I travel from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £50 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh bus from?

Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh train from?

Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train, bus or fly from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 32m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh?

Book your Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh?

Book your Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2808+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

How to get fromLiverpool Central Station to Edinburgh

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 18m
£50–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
5h 32m
£39–69
Drive 215.6 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburghcar 215.6 mi
3h 59m
£54–78
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
4h 45m
£67–163
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
6h 14m
£67–175
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4h 53m
£66–180

Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh by foot and train

107Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh.

Launch map view

Distance: 225.6 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Liverpool Central Station, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Liverpool Central Station to Edinburgh Waverley via Liverpool Lime Street and Preston in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Liverpool Central Station to Princes Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 32m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.