What is the cheapest way to get from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £80 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between South Yorkshire and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Braithwell Road/Cedar Drive and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Rotherham Interchange/B7 and Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between South Yorkshire and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Conisbrough and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh?

The distance between South Yorkshire and Edinburgh is 246 miles. The road distance is 218.1 miles.

How do I travel from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £80 - £200.

How long does it take to get from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Yorkshire to Edinburgh bus from?

South Yorkshire to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the South Yorkshire to Edinburgh train from?

South Yorkshire to Edinburgh train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs £80 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the South Yorkshire to Edinburgh bus arrive?

South Yorkshire to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the South Yorkshire to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between South Yorkshire to Edinburgh is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2789+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

South Yorkshire to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from South Yorkshire to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 42m
£80–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
6h 52m
£31–67
Drive 216.8 mi
1. Drive from South Yorkshire to Edinburghcar 216.8 mi
4h 18m
£54–78
Line 116 bus, bus, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Braithwell Road/Cedar Drive to Rotherham Interchange/C4bus
2. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
4. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
5h 26m
£77–172
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 51m
£116–187
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 15m
£75–182
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
6h 57m
£104–245

South Yorkshire to Edinburgh by bus

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6h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.8 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between South Yorkshire, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Doncaster to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £80–110 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 5h 25m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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