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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Edinburgh is to line 32 bus and bus which costs £6 - £11 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Ratho Close and arriving at Queensferry Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Newcastle and Edinburgh is 35 miles. The road distance is 30.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Edinburgh without a car is to bus which takes 1h 37m and costs £9 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Newcastle to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Edinburgh bus from?

Newcastle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Newcastle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Queensferry Street station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Edinburgh is 31 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Newcastle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2812+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Newcastle to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 31 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Newcastle to Edinburgh by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensferry Streetbus X59a / ...
1h 37m
£9–14
Line 32 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forres Drive to Chapel Roundaboutbus 32A / ...
2. Take the bus from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Uk095
1h 46m
£7–11
Line 31 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Detroit Road to Union Streetbus 31A / ...
2. Take the train from Cowdenbeath to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
1h 42m
Drive 30.3 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle to Edinburghcar 30.3 mi
41 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newcastle to Edinburghtaxi 30.3 mi
41 min
£190–240

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Distance: 35.3 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Newcastle, Scotland and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Stagecoach East Scotland operates a bus from Bus Station to Queensferry Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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