How to travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh

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Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 27m. 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 $57, while a train costs an average of $72.

Distance: 175 miles (283 km)

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$72

Average price

$57

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5h 27m

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4h 57m

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7h 25m

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6h 55m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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Avanti West Coast

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from Liverpool to Edinburgh

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Transpennine ExpressG15989+Northern RailP28614+Transpennine ExpressW85164
    5:20 AM4h21
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:41 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $471One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Transpennine ExpressG15989+Northern RailP28614+Transpennine ExpressW85164
    5:20 AM4h21
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:41 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $471One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Avanti West CoastW34286+Northern RailG86226
    12:45 PM3h33
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    4:18 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $1581One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressW84653 · W85168
    6:14 AM5h23
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:37 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89632+Transpennine ExpressW85168
    7:39 AM3h58
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:37 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $531One-way
    1 transfer
  • Avanti West CoastW34213+Transpennine ExpressW84653
    6:14 AM4h05
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:19 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    $711One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:40 AM10h55
    Liverpool, Wavertree Shopping Centre
    5:35 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 AM11h05
    Liverpool, Liverpool One
    5:35 PMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX170 · NX172 · NX598
    7:42 PM11h58
    Liverpool, Botanic Park
    7:40 AMEdinburgh, Bus Station
    $531One-way
    2 transfers

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How to get from Liverpool to Edinburgh

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh, 77,44% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Liverpool to Edinburgh and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh

Travel to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Edinburgh.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Edinburgh including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of $57 (€47).

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

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Liverpool to Edinburgh costing on average $72 (€59).

The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 35m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 27m.

Bus takes on average 7h 25m.

The distance from Liverpool to Edinburgh is approximately 175 miles (283 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Edinburgh is:
  • Around 15 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liverpool to Edinburgh:
  • Trains mostly depart from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
  • Buses mostly depart from Liverpool, One Bus Station, Canning Place and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited to go to Edinburgh by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus to go to Edinburgh by bus.
  • Travel with British Airways to go to Edinburgh by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool 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.
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