What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate is to bus which costs £16 - £27 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Cowgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Stamfordham Way via Edinburgh, Bus Station and John Dobson Street - Laing Art Gallery. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Cowgate?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Newcastle via Edinburgh Gateway and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Cowgate is 134 miles. The road distance is 109.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £27 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate.

Where can I stay near Cowgate?

There are 1978+ hotels available in Cowgate.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Cowgate. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

How to get fromEdinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 28m
£48–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
3h 35m
£16–26
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Cowgaterideshare 109.2 mi
2h 15m
Drive 109.2 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgatecar 109.2 mi
2h 15m
£27–39

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate by tram, train, foot, and bus

375Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cowgate.

Launch map view

Distance: 133 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Cowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.