What is the cheapest way to get from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Durham (Land) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Post Office and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stand E and John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Durham (Land) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Bishop Auckland and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Durham (Land) and Edinburgh is 176 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

How do I travel from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham (Land) to Edinburgh bus from?

Durham (Land) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Bus Station Stand E.

Where do I catch the Durham (Land) to Edinburgh train from?

Durham (Land) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Durham (Land) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Durham (Land) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Durham (Land) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham (Land) to Edinburgh is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2794+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Durham (Land) to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Durham (Land) to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h 48m
£54–117
Drive 120.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham (Land) to Edinburghcar 120.5 mi
2h 33m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand E to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X21
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand E to John Dobson Streetbus X21
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 45m

Durham (Land) to Edinburgh by bus and train

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3h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Durham (Land), England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 2m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Post Office to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Saddler Street Stand A, Bus Station Stand E, and John Dobson Street in around 5h 45m.

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