What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £50 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham station to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand G and arriving at Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South via John Dobson Street and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Edinburgh Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo?

The distance between Durham and Edinburgh Zoo is 141 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Edinburgh Zoo bus from?

Durham to Edinburgh Zoo bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Bus Station Stand G.

Where do I catch the Durham to Edinburgh Zoo train from?

Durham to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo?

The best way to get from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Durham to Edinburgh Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Durham to Edinburgh Zoo train arrive?

Durham to Edinburgh Zoo train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Edinburgh Zoo is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Zoo?

There are 2853+ hotels available in Edinburgh Zoo.

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Edinburgh Zoo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Sheffield - Edinburgh / ...
2h 1m
£51–105
Drive 121.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Edinburgh Zoocar 121.1 mi
2h 42m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand G to John Dobson Streetbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
4h 10m

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Distance: 140 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Edinburgh Zoo, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 1h 45m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand G to Edinburgh Zoo via John Dobson Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Corstorphine - Edinburgh Zoo South in around 4h 10m.

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