What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train and subway which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from North St David Street and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Park Lane via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Edinburgh and Houghton-Le-Spring is 142 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North St David Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring train from?

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring train arrive?

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2271+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, subway, bus, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Park Lanesubway Grn
2h 28m
£32–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North St David Street to Interchangebus 839
3h 34m
£19–35
Drive 118.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Springcar 118.8 mi
2h 34m
£30–43
Bus via Eldon Square Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Houghton Le Springbus X1 / ...
3h 52m

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 140.8 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

National Express operates a bus from North St David Street to Interchange once a week. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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