How to get from Liverpool to Edinburgh
- 284 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 4h 45m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
6h 09m
1 transfer
Train
€48
Cheapest
6h 18m
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€39
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 9 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Liverpool to Edinburgh. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 18m by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 284 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €29, on Sat, Sep 26.
284 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €59Older observation | 4h 45m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €39Reading date not recorded | 6h 18m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €35Reading date not recorded | 14h 32m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€59Older observation4h 45m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€39Reading date not recorded6h 18m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€35Reading date not recorded14h 32m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Liverpool to Edinburgh: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Liverpool → Manchesterbus
FlixBus·45m - 2Manchester → EdinburghtrainTransPennine Express·3h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sun, Oct 11
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusLiverpool-Manchester, Manchester-Glasgow, Glasgow-Edinburgh - Princes StreetBook →TransPennine ExpressManchester-Edinburgh, Liverpool-ManchesterBook →Northern RailLiverpool-ManchesterBook →
easyJetLiverpool-Belfast, Belfast-EdinburghSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, easyJet; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Liverpool to Edinburgh works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Liverpool to Manchester, about 45 min. Transfer in Manchester and continue by TransPennine Express train on to Edinburgh (3h 30m). In total it's roughly €39 over 6h 18m, 1 transfer.
Liverpool to Edinburgh: common questions
How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
The most useful route takes about 6h 18m by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a train from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Edinburgh from Liverpool?
About 284 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Liverpool to Edinburgh cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €39. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Liverpool to Edinburgh?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, easyJet.
Can you get from Liverpool to Edinburgh without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 28m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Edinburgh?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Other ways people search Liverpool to Edinburgh
- how to get from Liverpool to Edinburgh
- Liverpool to Edinburgh travel time
- Liverpool to Edinburgh distance
- cheapest way from Liverpool to Edinburgh
- Liverpool to Edinburgh by bus
Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, TransPennine Express
Route calculated: 9 Oct 2026