What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh is to subway and train which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Airport Ponteland Road and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Airport and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Edinburgh is 131 miles. The road distance is 98.8 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh without a car is to subway and train which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh bus from?

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh train from?

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Nexus Metro, depart from Newcastle Airport station.

Where does the Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Nexus Metro, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 3011+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Newcastle Airport (NCL) and Edinburgh. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, and subway

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There are 5 ways to get from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburgh by subway, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Newcastle Airport to Central Stationsubway Grn
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
1h 59m
£38–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
3h 22m
£15–25
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Newcastle-NCL to Edinburghrideshare 98.3 mi
2h 9m
Drive 98.3 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Edinburghcar 98.3 mi
2h 9m
£24–35
Bus, line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Ponteland Road - Newcastle Airport to Jedburgh Bus Stationbus X74
2. Take the bus from Jedburgh Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus 68
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
4h 55m

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Distance: 130.7 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Newcastle Airport (NCL), England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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