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

The cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 34m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Houghton-Le-Spring and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Park Lane and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

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

The distance between Houghton-Le-Spring and Edinburgh is 142 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Houghton-Le-Spring station.

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

Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Park Lane station.

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

Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

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

Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2800+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Park Lane to Central Stationsubway Grn
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 30m
£32–90
Drive 118.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburghcar 118.9 mi
2h 34m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to John Dobson Streetbus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
3h 50m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hetton Road-Durham Road to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X1a / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 39m

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Distance: 140.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street in around 3h 50m.

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