What is the cheapest way to get from Gainford to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Gainford to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gainford to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Gainford to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £70 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Gainford and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainford to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Gainford and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Gainford to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Gainford to Edinburgh?

The distance between Gainford and Edinburgh is 168 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

How do I travel from Gainford to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Gainford to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £70 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Gainford to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Gainford to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainford to Edinburgh bus from?

Gainford to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Gainford to Edinburgh train from?

Gainford to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Gainford to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Gainford to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Gainford to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Gainford to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Gainford to Edinburgh train arrive?

Gainford to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Gainford to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainford to Edinburgh is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Gainford to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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There are 4 ways to get from Gainford to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 9m
£70–154
Drive 131 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainford to Edinburghcar 131 mi
2h 51m
£32–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 591 / ...
3h 53m
£49–93
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Club to John Dobson Streetbus X21
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 6m

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Gainford, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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