How to travel from Blackburn to Edinburgh

There are 3 options to travel between Blackburn and Edinburgh including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Blackburn to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of €21.

This is compared to other travel options from Blackburn to Edinburgh:

A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Blackburn to Edinburgh costing on average €63.

A bus is €116 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Blackburn to Edinburgh costing on average €137.

The fastest way to travel from Blackburn to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 26m.

Bus takes on average 6h 5m.

The distance from Blackburn to Edinburgh is approximately 154 miles (249 km).

The average frequency per day from Blackburn to Edinburgh is:

• Around 16 flights per day.
• Around 7 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Blackburn and Edinburgh as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Blackburn to Edinburgh:

• Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Blackburn station (BBN) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
• Buses mostly depart from Preston, Bus Station and arrive in Edinburgh, Haymarket Station (Stop HB).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Blackburn to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire to go to Edinburgh by bus.
• Travel with British Airways to go to Edinburgh by flight.
• Travel with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Trains Limited to go to Edinburgh by train.

Omio customers who travel from Blackburn to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Inverness, Manchester, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Edinburgh and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Edinburgh to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Edinburgh, visitors can explore the vibrant atmosphere of Grassmarket, enjoy a ghost tour of the haunted streets, attend shows at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre, and visit the Royal Botanic Garden. Discover hidden gems at the Stockbridge Market. Key sights include Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, The Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and The National Museum of Scotland.

For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Edinburgh allows you to explore its historic sites, such as Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, enjoy cultural attractions, and immerse yourself in the local atmosphere.