What is the cheapest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Chester-le-Street and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Front Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Chester-le-Street and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Chester-Le-Street and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh?

The distance between Chester-le-Street and Edinburgh is 132 miles. The road distance is 115.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh bus from?

Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Front Street station.

Where do I catch the Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh train from?

Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 21 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh train arrive?

Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh?

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Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 21 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
1h 44m
£38–101
Drive 114.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester-le-Street to Edinburghcar 114.8 mi
2h 28m
£28–41
Line 21 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Front Street to John Dobson Streetbus 21 / ...
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
3h 46m
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Front Street to High West Street-Civic Centrebus 21 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 21m

Chester-le-Street to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Chester-le-Street, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Front Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street in around 3h 46m.

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