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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Edinburgh to Prestbury
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Prestbury among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 304 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £81 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Prestbury:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Prestbury costing on average £49.
A coach is £42 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Prestbury costing on average £81.
Other travel options to Prestbury take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 42m.
Coach takes on average 9h 20m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Prestbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Prestbury run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 304 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 6:21 |
Last train 17:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express from Edinburgh to Prestbury trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Prestbury from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Prestbury train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Prestbury 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 Prestbury, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Prestbury
Most Edinburgh to Prestbury trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Prestbury station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Prestbury 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.
Which Prestbury station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Prestbury from Prestbury city centre
Prestbury is 1 km from Prestbury city centre. Public transport options include:
Prestbury train station facilities and services
Prestbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prestbury.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prestbury: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prestbury: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prestbury: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, Manchester Platform: Step free access from car park through gate onto platform or by steps from station entrance. Macclesfield platform: Reached only by footbridge from Manchester platform with 31 steps up across bridge and down 33 steps. Rest landings and handrails on both sides, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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