What is the cheapest way to get from Cowgate to Royal Mile?

The cheapest way to get from Cowgate to Royal Mile is to bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cowgate to Royal Mile?

The fastest way to get from Cowgate to Royal Mile is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £35 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Cowgate and Royal Mile?

No, there is no direct bus from Cowgate to Royal Mile station. However, there are services departing from Stamfordham Way and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Cowgate and Royal Mile?

No, there is no direct train from Cowgate to Royal Mile. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Cowgate to Royal Mile?

The distance between Cowgate and Royal Mile is 127 miles. The road distance is 102.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cowgate to Royal Mile without a car?

The best way to get from Cowgate to Royal Mile without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £35 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Cowgate to Royal Mile?

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Cowgate to Royal Mile, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cowgate to Royal Mile bus from?

Cowgate to Royal Mile bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Cowgate to Royal Mile train from?

Cowgate to Royal Mile train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Cowgate to Royal Mile?

The best way to get from Cowgate to Royal Mile is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £23 and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Cowgate to Royal Mile bus arrive?

Cowgate to Royal Mile bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Cowgate to Royal Mile train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cowgate to Royal Mile?

Yes, the driving distance between Cowgate to Royal Mile is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Cowgate to Royal Mile.

Where can I stay near Royal Mile?

There are 3004+ hotels available in Royal Mile.

Cowgate to Royal Mile - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 68 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cowgate to Royal Mile 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 50m
£37–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
3h 22m
£14–23
Drive 101.5 mi
1. Drive from Cowgate to Royal Milecar 101.5 mi
2h 11m
£25–36
Bus, line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Ponteland Road - Greenhill View to Jedburgh Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Jedburgh Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus 68
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to South Bridgebus 51 / ...
4h 59m

Cowgate to Royal Mile by bus, train, and foot

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1h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.2 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Cowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne, England and Royal Mile, 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, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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