How to travel from Crewe to Edinburgh

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Compare train, flight, and bus for Crewe to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $88 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, while a flight costs an average of $357.

Distance: 199 miles (321 km)

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$93

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$127

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Compare ways to travel from Crewe to Edinburgh

Compare the available ways to get from Crewe to Edinburgh, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Crewe to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of $88.

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

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Crewe to Edinburgh costing on average $93.

A bus is $270 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Crewe to Edinburgh costing on average $357.

The fastest way to travel from Crewe to Edinburgh is by train with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 25m.

Bus takes on average 13h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Crewe and Edinburgh including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Crewe to Edinburgh among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 17m faster (3h 17m by train vs 4h 34m by car) and roughly $34 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($93 vs $127). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Crewe to Edinburgh

How to get from Crewe to Edinburgh by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Crewe to Edinburgh is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • National Express
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FAQs: Travel from Crewe to Edinburgh

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There are 3 options to travel between Crewe and Edinburgh including taking a train, flight, and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Crewe to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of $88.

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

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Crewe to Edinburgh costing on average $93.

A bus is $270 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Crewe to Edinburgh costing on average $357.

The fastest way to travel from Crewe to Edinburgh is by train with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 25m.

Bus takes on average 13h 59m.

The distance from Crewe to Edinburgh is approximately 199 miles (321 km).
The average frequency per day from Crewe to Edinburgh is:
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Crewe to Edinburgh:
  • Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Crewe station (CRE) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
  • Buses mostly depart from Stoke-On-Trent, Hanley Bus Station and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Crewe to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways, easyJet, BA Cityflyer, Loganair, Lufthansa, Edelweiss Air, Brussels Airlines to go to Edinburgh by flight.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express to go to Edinburgh by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Edinburgh by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Crewe to Edinburgh with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with easyJet.
  • 3 direct trains per day with Avanti West Coast.
Omio customers who travel from Crewe to Edinburgh often also extend their vacation to go to London, Glasgow, Paris, Inverness, Manchester. 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.

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