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Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Clitheroe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Clitheroe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a flight costs an average of €164.
Distance: 237 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€29 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €164 Average price | €53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Clitheroe:
A bus is €16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Clitheroe costing on average €29.
A bus is €151 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Clitheroe costing on average €164.
Other travel options to Clitheroe take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 0m.
Bus takes on average 5h 5m.
Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Clitheroe by bus, train, or flight
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Clitheroe trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Clitheroe.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh to Clitheroe.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Clitheroe.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh to Clitheroe.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Clitheroe
Trains from Edinburgh to Clitheroe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 237 km distance in 4h 48m.
Distance 237 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 48m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 7:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Edinburgh to Clitheroe trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Clitheroe from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Clitheroe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Clitheroe by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Clitheroe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Clitheroe
Most Edinburgh to Clitheroe trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Clitheroe station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Clitheroe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Clitheroe station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Clitheroe from Clitheroe city centre
Clitheroe train station facilities and services
Clitheroe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clitheroe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clitheroe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clitheroe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clitheroe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Manchester platform: Level access via gate from station front. Hellifield platform: step free access via gentle slope from Kirkmoor Road and Gas House Lane, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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