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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £28 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Nile Street via Edinburgh, Bus Station and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at North Shields via Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh Waverley and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

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

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and North Shields is 138 miles. The road distance is 118.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 301 bus, which costs and takes 4h 26m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 2026+ hotels available in North Shields.

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

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

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shields by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 37m
£48–114
Drive 117.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to North Shieldscar 117.6 mi
2h 21m
£29–41
Bus, line 301 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Monument Market Street to Nile Streetbus 301
4h 26m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to North Shieldsrideshare 117.6 mi
2h 21m
Train, line 301 bus
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Newcastletrain
2. Take the bus from Central Stn Clayton St to Albion Road - Upper Camden Streetbus 301
4h 16m

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Distance: 137.6 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and North Shields, 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, you can take a bus from Terminal to Nile Street via Hanover Street, Edinburgh, Bus Station, John Dobson Street, and Monument Market Street in around 4h 26m.

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