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

The cheapest way to get from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Warwick Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Old Trafford and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Old Trafford (Station) and Edinburgh is 225 miles. The road distance is 213.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 37m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £160 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2805+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 40m
£67–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
7h 37m
£30–49
Drive 212.3 mi
1. Drive from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburghcar 212.3 mi
3h 51m
£53–77
Fly from Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
5h 33m
£58–154
Train via Wigan Wallgate
1. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 5m
£77–124
Train to Liverpool, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LPL - EDI
5h 53m
£76–195
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 39m
£70–168

Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh by tram, foot, and train

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Distance: 224.2 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Old Trafford (Station) to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Warwick Road, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 37m.

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