What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £35 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Front Street via Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street?

The distance between Edinburgh and Chester-le-Street is 132 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £35 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street bus from?

Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street train from?

Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 21 bus, which costs and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street train arrive?

Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street?

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Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

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Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 5m
£39–100
Drive 115.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Streetcar 115.1 mi
2h 27m
£28–41
Bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Front Streetbus 21 / ...
3h 19m
Train, line 21 bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Front Streetbus 21 / ...
2h 21m

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Chester-le-Street, 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 Edinburgh, Bus Station to Front Street via John Dobson Street and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 3h 19m.

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