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 drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £28 - £45.

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.

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

The distance between Edinburgh and Chester-le-Street is 135 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 and line 21 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m 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 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.

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.

Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

There are 2232+ hotels available in Chester-le-Street.

Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 21 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, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Newgate Street to Front Streetbus 21
2h 19m
Drive 115.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Streetcar 115.1 mi
2h 27m
£29–41
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 via Edinburgh Waverley
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Newgate Street to Front Streetbus 21
2h 24m

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Chester-le-Street, England?

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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