What is the cheapest way to get from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bishop Auckland and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from General Hospital and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bishop Auckland and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bishop Auckland and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh?

The distance between Bishop Auckland and Edinburgh is 171 miles. The road distance is 124.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh bus from?

Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from General Hospital station.

Where do I catch the Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh train from?

Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh train arrive?

Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh?

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Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 44m
£55–138
Drive 123.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bishop Auckland to Edinburghcar 123.9 mi
2h 41m
£31–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from General Hospital to Interchangebus X21
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from General Hospital to John Dobson Streetbus X21
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
4h 39m

Bishop Auckland to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 170.5 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Bishop Auckland, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from General Hospital to Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street in around 4h 39m.

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