How to travel from Warrington to Edinburgh

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Warrington to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $76 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. 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 $76, while a flight costs an average of $330.

Distance: 178 miles (287 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Warrington to Edinburgh

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

The cheapest way to travel from Warrington to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of $76.

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

A bus is $13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warrington to Edinburgh costing on average $89.

A bus is $255 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warrington to Edinburgh costing on average $330.

The fastest way to travel from Warrington to Edinburgh is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 37m.

Bus takes on average 13h 6m.

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

The journey is about 52m faster (3h 15m by train vs 4h 7m by car) and roughly $30 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($89 vs $118). 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 Warrington to Edinburgh

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Avanti West CoastW34290
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  • Avanti West CoastW34290
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  • Avanti West CoastW34286
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  • Avanti West CoastW34213
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  • Avanti West CoastW34144
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  • Transpennine ExpressW84705 · W85201
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FAQs: Travel from Warrington 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 Warrington to Edinburgh.

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There are 3 options to travel between Warrington and Edinburgh including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Warrington to Edinburgh is a bus with an average price of $76.

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

A bus is $13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warrington to Edinburgh costing on average $89.

A bus is $255 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warrington to Edinburgh costing on average $330.

The fastest way to travel from Warrington to Edinburgh is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 37m.

Bus takes on average 13h 6m.

The distance from Warrington to Edinburgh is approximately 178 miles (287 km).
The average frequency per day from Warrington to Edinburgh is:
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Warrington to Edinburgh:
  • Trains mostly depart from Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) and arrive in Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).
  • Buses mostly depart from Warrington, Winwick Street (Bus Interchange) and arrive in Edinburgh, Bus Station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Edinburgh Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Warrington to Edinburgh, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways, BA Cityflyer, Loganair, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines to go to Edinburgh by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Edinburgh by bus.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway to go to Edinburgh by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Warrington to Edinburgh:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Avanti West Coast.
Omio customers who travel from Warrington 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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