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

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

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Durham (Land). However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Eldon Square Bus Station and Saddler Street Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Durham (Land). However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Bishop Auckland via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

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

The distance between Edinburgh and Durham (Land) is 176 miles. The road distance is 121.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Durham (Land) without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Edinburgh to Durham (Land), including transfers.

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

Edinburgh to Durham (Land) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Durham (Land)?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Durham (Land) is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 33m.

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

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

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

Edinburgh to Durham (Land) train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Durham (Land)?

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

Where can I stay near Durham (Land)?

There are 1426+ hotels available in Durham (Land).

Edinburgh to Durham (Land) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Durham (Land) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 25m
£59–130
Drive 120.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Durham (Land)car 120.4 mi
2h 33m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Bbus X21
4h 36m
Train, bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Station Stand Bbus X21
4h 37m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Bbus X21
5h 33m

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Distance: 175.3 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Post Office via John Dobson Street, Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station Stand B, and Saddler Street Stand A in around 5h 33m.

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