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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Lancaster to Edinburgh

Cheapest
3 h
Car
256 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$37.97–$227.84

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$329.10

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$582.26

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.38–$303.79

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Ringway Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$329.10–$1,075.91

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$88.60–$240.50

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$45.57–$113.92
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$55.69

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Edinburgh is to drive which costs $51.09 - $76.09 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $39.13 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct train between Lancaster 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 14m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Edinburgh?

The distance between Lancaster and Edinburgh is 273 km. The road distance is 256.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $39.13 - $206.52 .

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

The train from Lancaster to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Edinburgh train from?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lancaster to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Edinburgh is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Lancaster to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Lancaster to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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