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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Padiham is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Padiham is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Padiham?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Padiham. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Blackburn via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Padiham?

The distance between Edinburgh and Padiham is 212 miles. The road distance is 182 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Padiham without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Edinburgh to Padiham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Padiham train from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Padiham train arrive?

Edinburgh to Padiham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Padiham?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Padiham is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Edinburgh to Padiham.

Where can I stay near Padiham?

There are 996+ hotels available in Padiham.

Edinburgh to Padiham - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and line 152 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Padiham by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 9m
£46–108
Drive 180.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Padihamcar 180.9 mi
3h 37m
£45–65
Fly, train, line 152 bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Post Officebus
7h 7m
Train via Wigan
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Blackburntrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
6h 31m
£88–143

Edinburgh to Padiham by train, foot, and bus

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4h 9mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.9 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Padiham, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Preston every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route.

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